web02.fireside.fm Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:35:35 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Voices from The Bench - Episodes Tagged with “Dental Laboratory” https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/tags/dental%20laboratory Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 A weekly podcast dedicated to the dental laboratory industry. Featuring anyone associated with the profession from all over the world. Host are in their own dental laboratory every day making teeth and interviewing people from the industry on their time off. New episodes every Monday morning. en-us episodic A Dental Laboratory Podcast Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A weekly podcast dedicated to the dental laboratory industry. Featuring anyone associated with the profession from all over the world. Host are in their own dental laboratory every day making teeth and interviewing people from the industry on their time off. New episodes every Monday morning. no Dental Laboratory, Dentistry, Removable, Fixed, Crowns, teeth, technicians, CDT, dentures, partials, mills, printers, dentist, zirconia, emax Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner info@voicesfromthebench.com 415: Lab Day Chicago 2026 (& Cal-Lab) Part 1 with Jeff Stronk, April Newell, & Joey Hunter https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/415 96bf1d64-0d38-4c99-b310-5711df4bfcbc Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 415 Lab Day Chicago 2026 (& Cal-Lab) Part 1 with Jeff Stronk, April Newell, & Joey Hunter full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner At the 100th anniversary meeting of the Cal-Lab Association, Elvis talks with Jeff Stronk about a successful first day filled with great speakers, strong attendance, and meaningful peer-to-peer conversations between lab owners. He also chats with April Newell about the rapid growth of dental 3D printing and how metal and resin printing are expanding what labs can produce. Finally, longtime technician Joey Hunter shares her 30-year journey in removables and her experience attending LMT Lab Day Chicago 2026 for the first time. 1:16:54 no Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah! If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of Ivoclar (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us)’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/veneering-materials/ips-e.max-ceram-art). Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing. Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time. Elvis actually made it down to the exhibition halls this year — and hyperDENT (https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/) from FOLLOW-ME! Technology (https://www.followmetechnology.com/) was everywhere. Booth after booth, people were talking milling strategies, templates, and workflows. It felt like a full-on CAM takeover. Their Milling Roadmap scavenger hunt had attendees bouncing between Axsys, Imagine, D.O.F., and Roland collecting stamps like responsible adults… Responsible adults chasing a bright orange folding electric hyperDENT scooter. That’s what we love about the FOLLOW-ME! team — world-class CAM engineers talking microns and validation protocols one minute, then ripping around Lab Day the next. Serious about precision. Not too serious about themselves. Big shoutout for bringing the brains — and the electric horsepower. Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows in 2026* * Dental Lab Association of Texas Meeting in Dallas Apr 9-11 https://members.dlat.org/ * exocad Insights in Mallorca, Spain Apr 30 - May 1 https://exocad.com/insights-2026 At the 100-year celebration of the Cal-Lab Association (https://cal-lab.org/), Elvis checks in with past chair Jeff Stronk after the first full day of the meeting to see how things are going. With Barb stepping into the chair role and kicking things off in style, Jeff talks about the incredible energy in the room, the rise in attendance, and the surprising number of first-time lab owners showing up. From powerful panel discussions filled with unforgettable one-liners to honest conversations about succession planning, leadership, and the realities of running a lab, day one proves why this meeting has survived for a century. Unlike traditional trade shows packed with sales pitches, Cal-Lab keeps the focus on real lab owners sharing real experiences, giving attendees practical insights they can take back to their businesses. After moving over to the Ivoclar (https://www.ivoclar.com/) Ballroom at LMT Lab Day Chicago, the conversation shifts to the future of the industry with April Newell, a former dental hygienist who strategically worked her way into the world of additive manufacturing at Nota3D (https://nota3d.com/). Now selling advanced resin and metal 3D printing systems to dental labs, April breaks down how 3D printing evolved from simple model production to full frameworks and implant bars. She explains the realities of metal printing, the technology behind lasers and powder systems, and why labs that invest in metal printing tend to grow faster than they expect. Her perspective highlights just how quickly digital manufacturing is changing the lab landscape—and how dentistry continues to pull people into its orbit for life. Finally, Elvis talks with Joey Hunter, a veteran technician with nearly 30 years in the industry and a true removable specialist. Joey shares how she answered a newspaper ad looking for a “starving artist” back in the 90s and ended up building a lifelong career in dental technology. From mastering every step of removable fabrication to adapting after losing her hearing during her career, Joey’s story highlights both the artistry and resilience behind the craft. Now working at Renstrom Dental Studio (https://www.renstrom.com/), she reflects on seeing LMT Lab Day Chicago 2026 for the first time and being amazed by how far the industry has come. Her experience reminds everyone that while technology continues to evolve, the hands-on knowledge and artistry of technicians remain at the heart of dentistry. Hey, listeners—ever wonder what Elvis is doing when he’s not recording Voices from the Bench? He’s a client rep for Derby Dental Laboratory, out in the field every day doing chairside visits and building relationships. His job is simple—keep doctors happy and keep them coming back. And he couldn’t do it without iCortica (https://www.icortica.com/). Right from his phone, Elvis can see sales, remake rates, account notes, risks, and cross-sell opportunities—even before he walks through the door. No spreadsheets. No surprises. Just the info he needs to grow accounts. Stop digging for data and start taking action. Head to icortica.com and schedule your demo today. Join us at exocad Insights 2026 (https://exocad.com/insights-2026), happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting. Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the Women in Dentistry Lunch, celebrating career growth, wellbeing, and the real stories shaping our profession. And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars. Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off. Special Guests: April Newell, Jeff Stronk, and Joey Hunter. dental, technician, laboratory, Cal-Lab, Cal-Lab 100, dental laboratory, dental technician, dental lab owners, Jeff Strock, April Newell, Joey Hunter, removable prosthetics, dentures, partial dentures, denture finishing, denture waxing, tooth setup, wire bending, orthodontic appliances, night guards, additive manufacturing, dental 3D printing, metal printing, resin printing, chrome cobalt, titanium printing, implant bars, dental frameworks, digital dentistry, analog dentistry, dental technology, dental lab management, dental lab leadership, peer-to-peer learning, industry networking, dental meetings, Lab Day Chicago, dental innovation, lab workflow, dental manufacturing, dental industry trends, lab education, technician skills, dental craftsmanship, dental career paths, dental business growth, voices from the bench Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!

If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of Ivoclar’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.

Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.

Elvis actually made it down to the exhibition halls this year — and hyperDENT from FOLLOW-ME! Technology was everywhere.

Booth after booth, people were talking milling strategies, templates, and workflows. It felt like a full-on CAM takeover. Their Milling Roadmap scavenger hunt had attendees bouncing between Axsys, Imagine, D.O.F., and Roland collecting stamps like responsible adults…

Responsible adults chasing a bright orange folding electric hyperDENT scooter.

That’s what we love about the FOLLOW-ME! team — world-class CAM engineers talking microns and validation protocols one minute, then ripping around Lab Day the next.

Serious about precision. Not too serious about themselves.

Big shoutout for bringing the brains — and the electric horsepower.

Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows in 2026*

At the 100-year celebration of the Cal-Lab Association, Elvis checks in with past chair Jeff Stronk after the first full day of the meeting to see how things are going. With Barb stepping into the chair role and kicking things off in style, Jeff talks about the incredible energy in the room, the rise in attendance, and the surprising number of first-time lab owners showing up. From powerful panel discussions filled with unforgettable one-liners to honest conversations about succession planning, leadership, and the realities of running a lab, day one proves why this meeting has survived for a century. Unlike traditional trade shows packed with sales pitches, Cal-Lab keeps the focus on real lab owners sharing real experiences, giving attendees practical insights they can take back to their businesses.

After moving over to the Ivoclar Ballroom at LMT Lab Day Chicago, the conversation shifts to the future of the industry with April Newell, a former dental hygienist who strategically worked her way into the world of additive manufacturing at Nota3D. Now selling advanced resin and metal 3D printing systems to dental labs, April breaks down how 3D printing evolved from simple model production to full frameworks and implant bars. She explains the realities of metal printing, the technology behind lasers and powder systems, and why labs that invest in metal printing tend to grow faster than they expect. Her perspective highlights just how quickly digital manufacturing is changing the lab landscape—and how dentistry continues to pull people into its orbit for life.

Finally, Elvis talks with Joey Hunter, a veteran technician with nearly 30 years in the industry and a true removable specialist. Joey shares how she answered a newspaper ad looking for a “starving artist” back in the 90s and ended up building a lifelong career in dental technology. From mastering every step of removable fabrication to adapting after losing her hearing during her career, Joey’s story highlights both the artistry and resilience behind the craft. Now working at Renstrom Dental Studio, she reflects on seeing LMT Lab Day Chicago 2026 for the first time and being amazed by how far the industry has come. Her experience reminds everyone that while technology continues to evolve, the hands-on knowledge and artistry of technicians remain at the heart of dentistry.

Hey, listeners—ever wonder what Elvis is doing when he’s not recording Voices from the Bench?

He’s a client rep for Derby Dental Laboratory, out in the field every day doing chairside visits and building relationships. His job is simple—keep doctors happy and keep them coming back.

And he couldn’t do it without iCortica.

Right from his phone, Elvis can see sales, remake rates, account notes, risks, and cross-sell opportunities—even before he walks through the door. No spreadsheets. No surprises. Just the info he needs to grow accounts.

Stop digging for data and start taking action.

Head to icortica.com and schedule your demo today.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the Women in Dentistry Lunch, celebrating career growth, wellbeing, and the real stories shaping our profession. And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Special Guests: April Newell, Jeff Stronk, and Joey Hunter.

]]> Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!

If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of Ivoclar’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.

Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.

Elvis actually made it down to the exhibition halls this year — and hyperDENT from FOLLOW-ME! Technology was everywhere.

Booth after booth, people were talking milling strategies, templates, and workflows. It felt like a full-on CAM takeover. Their Milling Roadmap scavenger hunt had attendees bouncing between Axsys, Imagine, D.O.F., and Roland collecting stamps like responsible adults…

Responsible adults chasing a bright orange folding electric hyperDENT scooter.

That’s what we love about the FOLLOW-ME! team — world-class CAM engineers talking microns and validation protocols one minute, then ripping around Lab Day the next.

Serious about precision. Not too serious about themselves.

Big shoutout for bringing the brains — and the electric horsepower.

Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows in 2026*

At the 100-year celebration of the Cal-Lab Association, Elvis checks in with past chair Jeff Stronk after the first full day of the meeting to see how things are going. With Barb stepping into the chair role and kicking things off in style, Jeff talks about the incredible energy in the room, the rise in attendance, and the surprising number of first-time lab owners showing up. From powerful panel discussions filled with unforgettable one-liners to honest conversations about succession planning, leadership, and the realities of running a lab, day one proves why this meeting has survived for a century. Unlike traditional trade shows packed with sales pitches, Cal-Lab keeps the focus on real lab owners sharing real experiences, giving attendees practical insights they can take back to their businesses.

After moving over to the Ivoclar Ballroom at LMT Lab Day Chicago, the conversation shifts to the future of the industry with April Newell, a former dental hygienist who strategically worked her way into the world of additive manufacturing at Nota3D. Now selling advanced resin and metal 3D printing systems to dental labs, April breaks down how 3D printing evolved from simple model production to full frameworks and implant bars. She explains the realities of metal printing, the technology behind lasers and powder systems, and why labs that invest in metal printing tend to grow faster than they expect. Her perspective highlights just how quickly digital manufacturing is changing the lab landscape—and how dentistry continues to pull people into its orbit for life.

Finally, Elvis talks with Joey Hunter, a veteran technician with nearly 30 years in the industry and a true removable specialist. Joey shares how she answered a newspaper ad looking for a “starving artist” back in the 90s and ended up building a lifelong career in dental technology. From mastering every step of removable fabrication to adapting after losing her hearing during her career, Joey’s story highlights both the artistry and resilience behind the craft. Now working at Renstrom Dental Studio, she reflects on seeing LMT Lab Day Chicago 2026 for the first time and being amazed by how far the industry has come. Her experience reminds everyone that while technology continues to evolve, the hands-on knowledge and artistry of technicians remain at the heart of dentistry.

Hey, listeners—ever wonder what Elvis is doing when he’s not recording Voices from the Bench?

He’s a client rep for Derby Dental Laboratory, out in the field every day doing chairside visits and building relationships. His job is simple—keep doctors happy and keep them coming back.

And he couldn’t do it without iCortica.

Right from his phone, Elvis can see sales, remake rates, account notes, risks, and cross-sell opportunities—even before he walks through the door. No spreadsheets. No surprises. Just the info he needs to grow accounts.

Stop digging for data and start taking action.

Head to icortica.com and schedule your demo today.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the Women in Dentistry Lunch, celebrating career growth, wellbeing, and the real stories shaping our profession. And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Special Guests: April Newell, Jeff Stronk, and Joey Hunter.

]]> 411: Michael Joseph: No Wax, No Fear and One Lab’s All-In Leap to Digital Dentistry https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/411 e8d267b2-aaac-4284-acc8-65be0dd79fb3 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 411 Michael Joseph: No Wax, No Fear and One Lab’s All-In Leap to Digital Dentistry full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis and Barb sit down with London lab owner Michael Joseph, who shares his journey from scooter courier to fully digital lab owner, including the hard lessons learned through COVID, Brexit, and rebuilding from the brink. Michael breaks down how committing to digital workflows, automation, photogrammetry, and rock-solid protocols transformed his lab into a scalable, referral-driven business. This episode is a powerful reminder that reinvention, consistency, and smart systems—not shortcuts—are what drive long-term success in today’s dental lab world. 1:14:20 no Join Ivoclar (AND US!) this February at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Ivoclar will be offering 16 different educational lectures over the three-day event, giving dental professionals plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Visit labday.com/Ivoclar to view the full schedule and register, and be sure to stop by and see the Ivoclar team in the Windy City. Walking the Lab Day Chicago (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday) floor? Make it worth it. Stop by the FOLLOW-ME! hyperDENT (https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/) booth (E-27, East Hall) and take part in their Milling Roadmap—a quick, scavenger-hunt-style activity that leads you to key milling partners like Axsys (https://www.axsysdental.com/home/), Imagine (https://www.imagineusa.com/), DOF (https://doflab.com/en), and Roland (https://www.rolanddga.com/applications/dental-cad-cam). Collect stamps at booths you’re likely visiting anyway and get entered to win some great giveaways—including this year’s grand prize: a foldable Honda electric scooter. You’re already walking the floor. Now it might carry you. Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows in 2026* * Cal-Lab Association Meeting in Chicago Feb 19-20 https://cal-lab.org/ * LMT Lab Day Chicago Feb 19-21 https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday * Dental Lab Association of Texas Meeting in Dallas Apr 9-11 https://members.dlat.org/ * exocad Insights in Mallorca, Spain Apr 30 - May 1 https://exocad.com/insights-2026 This week we sit down with Michael Joseph, a London-based lab owner whose journey through dental technology is anything but traditional. From delivering impressions on a scooter through the streets of London to completely rebuilding his lab as a fully digital operation, Michael shares a candid, honest look at what it really takes to survive—and thrive—in today’s dental lab landscape. Michael walks listeners through his early days pouring hundreds of stone models by hand, navigating education with dyslexia, and eventually earning his degree in dental technology. After years at the bench, he pivoted into dental sales, working with companies like Orascoptic, Sirona, and Skillbond/Argen—experience that gave him deep insight into materials, equipment, and the business side of dentistry. That sales background ultimately fueled his return to lab ownership and helped him build a strong network of clinicians from day one. The conversation takes a powerful turn as Michael opens up about the challenges of Brexit, COVID, staffing losses, and personal upheaval that nearly ended his lab altogether. Instead of quitting, he made a bold decision: gut the lab completely and rebuild it from the ground up as a fully digital operation. Investing heavily in milling, printing, Exocad, and workflow automation, Michael shares how committing to systems, protocols, and vertical integration transformed not just his lab—but his mindset. Elvis and Barb dig into Michael’s digital workflows, including photogrammetry, full-arch immediate load cases, remote design teams, LMS integration with GreatLab, and why reliability and consistency are the real competitive advantages. Michael also explains how peer referrals—not ads—became his strongest growth engine, and how simplifying communication with dentists through WhatsApp, QR codes, automation, and self-booking systems has completely changed the way his lab operates.### If you want to grow your business, you need clear insight into what’s happening inside your operation and across your customer journey. That’s where Icortica comes in. At Canadian Dental Labs, Icortica has become a cornerstone of how we operate—giving us at-a-glance visibility into performance, helping us focus our efforts, spot opportunities early, and solve problems before they grow. It takes the guesswork out of decision-making and shows us what to do next. Plus, the Icortica team is incredibly responsive and feels like a true partner in our success. If you’re serious about growing your business and understanding your customers better, Icortica can get you there. Learn more at icortica.com/voices — Icortica, helping dental labs grow. Join us at exocad Insights 2026 (https://exocad.com/insights-2026), happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting. Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the Women in Dentistry Lunch, celebrating career growth, wellbeing, and the real stories shaping our profession. And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars. Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off. Starting the year strong in the dental lab isn’t about goals—it’s about results. Predictable productivity is what drives real profitability, and unpredictability is costly when remakes rise and production slows. That’s why labs rely on Roland DGA’s DGSHAPE (https://dgshape.com/) milling solutions. With consistent accuracy, minimal downtime, and automation you can count on, systems like the DWX-53DC (https://dgshape.com/dwx-53dc/) deliver reliable output day after day—making ROI measurable and growth predictable. See consistency in action at LMT Lab Day Chicago, Booth I-20 (https://lmtmag.com/rolanddga). Choose DGSHAPE. Crafted with Japanese precision. Trusted by dental professionals worldwide. Learn more at rolanddental.com Special Guest: Michael Joseph. dental, technician, laboratory, digital dentistry, dental laboratory, lab ownership, dental technology, Exocad, photogrammetry, full arch restorations, immediate load, milling machines, 3D printing, workflow automation, lab management software, GreatLab LMS, CAD design, remote designers, quality control, consistency, reliability, peer referrals, dental marketing, Instagram marketing, dental sales, lab growth, business resilience, COVID recovery, Brexit impact, vertical integration, zirconia, lithium disilicate, PMMA, dental scanners, iTero, Medit, PrimeScan, dental education, study clubs, lab systems, technician training, voices from the bench Join Ivoclar (AND US!) this February at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Ivoclar will be offering 16 different educational lectures over the three-day event, giving dental professionals plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Visit labday.com/Ivoclar to view the full schedule and register, and be sure to stop by and see the Ivoclar team in the Windy City.

Walking the Lab Day Chicago floor? Make it worth it.

Stop by the FOLLOW-ME! hyperDENT booth (E-27, East Hall) and take part in their Milling Roadmap—a quick, scavenger-hunt-style activity that leads you to key milling partners like Axsys, Imagine, DOF, and Roland.

Collect stamps at booths you’re likely visiting anyway and get entered to win some great giveaways—including this year’s grand prize: a foldable Honda electric scooter.

You’re already walking the floor. Now it might carry you.

Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows in 2026*

This week we sit down with Michael Joseph, a London-based lab owner whose journey through dental technology is anything but traditional. From delivering impressions on a scooter through the streets of London to completely rebuilding his lab as a fully digital operation, Michael shares a candid, honest look at what it really takes to survive—and thrive—in today’s dental lab landscape.

Michael walks listeners through his early days pouring hundreds of stone models by hand, navigating education with dyslexia, and eventually earning his degree in dental technology. After years at the bench, he pivoted into dental sales, working with companies like Orascoptic, Sirona, and Skillbond/Argen—experience that gave him deep insight into materials, equipment, and the business side of dentistry. That sales background ultimately fueled his return to lab ownership and helped him build a strong network of clinicians from day one.

The conversation takes a powerful turn as Michael opens up about the challenges of Brexit, COVID, staffing losses, and personal upheaval that nearly ended his lab altogether. Instead of quitting, he made a bold decision: gut the lab completely and rebuild it from the ground up as a fully digital operation. Investing heavily in milling, printing, Exocad, and workflow automation, Michael shares how committing to systems, protocols, and vertical integration transformed not just his lab—but his mindset.

Elvis and Barb dig into Michael’s digital workflows, including photogrammetry, full-arch immediate load cases, remote design teams, LMS integration with GreatLab, and why reliability and consistency are the real competitive advantages. Michael also explains how peer referrals—not ads—became his strongest growth engine, and how simplifying communication with dentists through WhatsApp, QR codes, automation, and self-booking systems has completely changed the way his lab operates.### If you want to grow your business, you need clear insight into what’s happening inside your operation and across your customer journey. That’s where Icortica comes in.

At Canadian Dental Labs, Icortica has become a cornerstone of how we operate—giving us at-a-glance visibility into performance, helping us focus our efforts, spot opportunities early, and solve problems before they grow. It takes the guesswork out of decision-making and shows us what to do next.

Plus, the Icortica team is incredibly responsive and feels like a true partner in our success.

If you’re serious about growing your business and understanding your customers better, Icortica can get you there. Learn more at icortica.com/voices — Icortica, helping dental labs grow.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the Women in Dentistry Lunch, celebrating career growth, wellbeing, and the real stories shaping our profession. And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Starting the year strong in the dental lab isn’t about goals—it’s about results. Predictable productivity is what drives real profitability, and unpredictability is costly when remakes rise and production slows.

That’s why labs rely on Roland DGA’s DGSHAPE milling solutions. With consistent accuracy, minimal downtime, and automation you can count on, systems like the DWX-53DC deliver reliable output day after day—making ROI measurable and growth predictable.

See consistency in action at LMT Lab Day Chicago, Booth I-20.

Choose DGSHAPE. Crafted with Japanese precision. Trusted by dental professionals worldwide.

Learn more at rolanddental.com

Special Guest: Michael Joseph.

]]> Join Ivoclar (AND US!) this February at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Ivoclar will be offering 16 different educational lectures over the three-day event, giving dental professionals plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Visit labday.com/Ivoclar to view the full schedule and register, and be sure to stop by and see the Ivoclar team in the Windy City.

Walking the Lab Day Chicago floor? Make it worth it.

Stop by the FOLLOW-ME! hyperDENT booth (E-27, East Hall) and take part in their Milling Roadmap—a quick, scavenger-hunt-style activity that leads you to key milling partners like Axsys, Imagine, DOF, and Roland.

Collect stamps at booths you’re likely visiting anyway and get entered to win some great giveaways—including this year’s grand prize: a foldable Honda electric scooter.

You’re already walking the floor. Now it might carry you.

Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows in 2026*

This week we sit down with Michael Joseph, a London-based lab owner whose journey through dental technology is anything but traditional. From delivering impressions on a scooter through the streets of London to completely rebuilding his lab as a fully digital operation, Michael shares a candid, honest look at what it really takes to survive—and thrive—in today’s dental lab landscape.

Michael walks listeners through his early days pouring hundreds of stone models by hand, navigating education with dyslexia, and eventually earning his degree in dental technology. After years at the bench, he pivoted into dental sales, working with companies like Orascoptic, Sirona, and Skillbond/Argen—experience that gave him deep insight into materials, equipment, and the business side of dentistry. That sales background ultimately fueled his return to lab ownership and helped him build a strong network of clinicians from day one.

The conversation takes a powerful turn as Michael opens up about the challenges of Brexit, COVID, staffing losses, and personal upheaval that nearly ended his lab altogether. Instead of quitting, he made a bold decision: gut the lab completely and rebuild it from the ground up as a fully digital operation. Investing heavily in milling, printing, Exocad, and workflow automation, Michael shares how committing to systems, protocols, and vertical integration transformed not just his lab—but his mindset.

Elvis and Barb dig into Michael’s digital workflows, including photogrammetry, full-arch immediate load cases, remote design teams, LMS integration with GreatLab, and why reliability and consistency are the real competitive advantages. Michael also explains how peer referrals—not ads—became his strongest growth engine, and how simplifying communication with dentists through WhatsApp, QR codes, automation, and self-booking systems has completely changed the way his lab operates.### If you want to grow your business, you need clear insight into what’s happening inside your operation and across your customer journey. That’s where Icortica comes in.

At Canadian Dental Labs, Icortica has become a cornerstone of how we operate—giving us at-a-glance visibility into performance, helping us focus our efforts, spot opportunities early, and solve problems before they grow. It takes the guesswork out of decision-making and shows us what to do next.

Plus, the Icortica team is incredibly responsive and feels like a true partner in our success.

If you’re serious about growing your business and understanding your customers better, Icortica can get you there. Learn more at icortica.com/voices — Icortica, helping dental labs grow.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the Women in Dentistry Lunch, celebrating career growth, wellbeing, and the real stories shaping our profession. And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Starting the year strong in the dental lab isn’t about goals—it’s about results. Predictable productivity is what drives real profitability, and unpredictability is costly when remakes rise and production slows.

That’s why labs rely on Roland DGA’s DGSHAPE milling solutions. With consistent accuracy, minimal downtime, and automation you can count on, systems like the DWX-53DC deliver reliable output day after day—making ROI measurable and growth predictable.

See consistency in action at LMT Lab Day Chicago, Booth I-20.

Choose DGSHAPE. Crafted with Japanese precision. Trusted by dental professionals worldwide.

Learn more at rolanddental.com

Special Guest: Michael Joseph.

]]> 410: Helen Tanaka: From a Driver to the Bench and Knowing the Why https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/410 189ae8b7-260f-4ecb-833b-409eca5d9931 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 410 Helen Tanaka: From a Driver to the Bench and Knowing the Why full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we talk with Helen Tanaka, a removable and implant specialist who started her career as a dental lab driver and worked her way into lab management, digital workflows, and clinical education. She shares her passion for dentures, occlusion, and implant restorations, emphasizing that technicians must understand the fundamentals and the why behind every step — especially in today’s digital world. The conversation covers guided surgery, digital dentures, doctor training, and the growing need for stronger removable education for both dentists and technicians. 1:08:02 no Join Ivoclar (AND US!) this February at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Ivoclar will be offering 16 different educational lectures over the three-day event, giving dental professionals plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Visit labday.com/Ivoclar to view the full schedule and register, and be sure to stop by and see the Ivoclar team in the Windy City. Walking the Lab Day Chicago (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday) floor? Make it worth it. Stop by the FOLLOW-ME! hyperDENT (https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/) booth (E-27, East Hall) and take part in their Milling Roadmap—a quick, scavenger-hunt-style activity that leads you to key milling partners like Axsys (https://www.axsysdental.com/home/), Imagine (https://www.imagineusa.com/), DOF (https://doflab.com/en), and Roland (https://www.rolanddga.com/applications/dental-cad-cam). Collect stamps at booths you’re likely visiting anyway and get entered to win some great giveaways—including this year’s grand prize: a foldable Honda electric scooter. You’re already walking the floor. Now it might carry you. Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows coming up in 2026* * Cal-Lab Association Meeting in Chicago Feb 19-20 https://cal-lab.org/ * LMT Lab Day Chicago Feb 19-21 https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday * Dental Lab Association of Texas Meeting in Dallas Apr 9-11 https://members.dlat.org/ * exocad Insights in Mallorca, Spain Apr 30 - May 1 https://exocad.com/insights-2026 This week Elvis and Barb sit down with Helen Tanaka — a removable, implant, and digital workflow specialist whose career started in one of the most relatable ways possible: as a dental lab driver. What began as a job delivering cases quickly turned into a full-blown passion once she stepped inside the lab and saw what technicians were creating. From trimming dies and waxing copings to managing labs, supporting implant surgeries, teaching doctors chairside, and leading removable and implant teams, Helen shares a journey built on curiosity, persistence, and a deep drive to understand the why behind everything in dental technology. Helen talks about working her way through crown and bridge fundamentals before discovering her true passion in removables, dentures, implants, and occlusion. After getting real-world lab experience, she attended dental technology school, studied all six specialties, and continued expanding her knowledge through advanced occlusion training and continuing education. She explains why understanding morphology, materials, and occlusal principles is critical — especially today — and why technicians must know more than just the steps of fabrication. For Helen, dentures and implant prosthetics offer the ultimate puzzle, combining anatomy, function, and problem-solving in ways that keep her constantly engaged. The conversation dives deep into digital dentistry, guided surgery, and removable workflows, with Helen sharing her early experiences launching digital denture and sleep appliance programs long before the workflows were polished. She discusses digital record capture, stackable surgical guides, implant planning, photogrammetry, and where digital still needs improvement — especially for removable prosthetics. While she embraces technology, she stresses that software is only as good as the technician behind it, and that skipping fundamentals creates bigger problems later. Digital is powerful, but it doesn’t replace understanding. Education is a major theme throughout the episode. Helen regularly teaches doctors and technicians, speaks at courses, supports live implant conversions, and works with dental students. She emphasizes that many clinicians today lack confidence in dentures and removable workflows, often because fundamentals are under-taught, and she sees technicians as essential partners in closing that gap. She and the hosts discuss how removable cases are frequently rushed, underpaid, and misunderstood — even though they replace a critical body function — and why slowing down, capturing correct records, and returning to basics solves many of the “mystery” failures labs see every day. Helen also shares stories from her time with large organizations and clinical teams, including MicroDental, ClearChoice, Arklign (https://arklign.com/), and implant education centers, where she has worked in technical service, management, training, and quality oversight roles. She talks about networking, mentoring, never burning bridges, and investing in people coming up in the industry. Her approach to both dentistry and life centers around curiosity and accountability — always asking why, always backing decisions with data, and always trying to do the right thing even when no one is looking. Throughout the episode, the energy stays fun and honest, with stories about speeding delivery runs, early digital growing pains, chairside save-the-case moments, and the reality of fixing cases that skipped key steps. Helen brings passion, technical depth, and a strong belief that knowledge should be shared, not guarded. It’s a conversation about growth, fundamentals, digital evolution, and why great technicians still matter more than ever. If you want to grow your business, you need clear insight into what’s happening inside your operation and across your customer journey. That’s where Icortica comes in. At Canadian Dental Labs, Icortica has become a cornerstone of how we operate—giving us at-a-glance visibility into performance, helping us focus our efforts, spot opportunities early, and solve problems before they grow. It takes the guesswork out of decision-making and shows us what to do next. Plus, the Icortica team is incredibly responsive and feels like a true partner in our success. If you’re serious about growing your business and understanding your customers better, Icortica can get you there. Learn more at icortica.com/voices — Icortica, helping dental labs grow. Join us at exocad Insights 2026 (https://exocad.com/insights-2026), happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting. Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the FIRST 5k run on the coast! And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars. Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off. Special Guest: Helen Tanaka. dental, technician, laboratory, Helen Tanaka, dental laboratory, dental technician, removables, dentures, implant restorations, overdentures, digital dentures, occlusion, fundamentals, workflow, guided surgery, stackable guides, co-diagnostic, photogrammetry, Exocad, 3Shape, digital workflow, lab management, technical service, education, training, mentorship, dental students, chairside support, conversions, locator attachments, Zest, Pathways, MicroDental, Arklign, ClearChoice, sleep appliances, mandibular advancement device, orthodontics, wire bending, morphology, crown and bridge, combination cases, attachments, quality control, SOPs, troubleshooting, case planning, bite records, digital records, scanning, implant planning, removable prosthetics, continuing education, CE courses, lab driver, model room, waxing copings, dental materials, fundamentals first, technician training, dentist collaboration, case rescue, troubleshooting dentures, bite blocks, fundamentals teaching, dental technology, lab workflow, implant courses, restorations, analog vs digital voices from the bench Join Ivoclar (AND US!) this February at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Ivoclar will be offering 16 different educational lectures over the three-day event, giving dental professionals plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Visit labday.com/Ivoclar to view the full schedule and register, and be sure to stop by and see the Ivoclar team in the Windy City.

Walking the Lab Day Chicago floor? Make it worth it.

Stop by the FOLLOW-ME! hyperDENT booth (E-27, East Hall) and take part in their Milling Roadmap—a quick, scavenger-hunt-style activity that leads you to key milling partners like Axsys, Imagine, DOF, and Roland.

Collect stamps at booths you’re likely visiting anyway and get entered to win some great giveaways—including this year’s grand prize: a foldable Honda electric scooter.

You’re already walking the floor. Now it might carry you.

Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows coming up in 2026*

This week Elvis and Barb sit down with Helen Tanaka — a removable, implant, and digital workflow specialist whose career started in one of the most relatable ways possible: as a dental lab driver. What began as a job delivering cases quickly turned into a full-blown passion once she stepped inside the lab and saw what technicians were creating. From trimming dies and waxing copings to managing labs, supporting implant surgeries, teaching doctors chairside, and leading removable and implant teams, Helen shares a journey built on curiosity, persistence, and a deep drive to understand the why behind everything in dental technology.

Helen talks about working her way through crown and bridge fundamentals before discovering her true passion in removables, dentures, implants, and occlusion. After getting real-world lab experience, she attended dental technology school, studied all six specialties, and continued expanding her knowledge through advanced occlusion training and continuing education. She explains why understanding morphology, materials, and occlusal principles is critical — especially today — and why technicians must know more than just the steps of fabrication. For Helen, dentures and implant prosthetics offer the ultimate puzzle, combining anatomy, function, and problem-solving in ways that keep her constantly engaged.

The conversation dives deep into digital dentistry, guided surgery, and removable workflows, with Helen sharing her early experiences launching digital denture and sleep appliance programs long before the workflows were polished. She discusses digital record capture, stackable surgical guides, implant planning, photogrammetry, and where digital still needs improvement — especially for removable prosthetics. While she embraces technology, she stresses that software is only as good as the technician behind it, and that skipping fundamentals creates bigger problems later. Digital is powerful, but it doesn’t replace understanding.

Education is a major theme throughout the episode. Helen regularly teaches doctors and technicians, speaks at courses, supports live implant conversions, and works with dental students. She emphasizes that many clinicians today lack confidence in dentures and removable workflows, often because fundamentals are under-taught, and she sees technicians as essential partners in closing that gap. She and the hosts discuss how removable cases are frequently rushed, underpaid, and misunderstood — even though they replace a critical body function — and why slowing down, capturing correct records, and returning to basics solves many of the “mystery” failures labs see every day.

Helen also shares stories from her time with large organizations and clinical teams, including MicroDental, ClearChoice, Arklign, and implant education centers, where she has worked in technical service, management, training, and quality oversight roles. She talks about networking, mentoring, never burning bridges, and investing in people coming up in the industry. Her approach to both dentistry and life centers around curiosity and accountability — always asking why, always backing decisions with data, and always trying to do the right thing even when no one is looking.

Throughout the episode, the energy stays fun and honest, with stories about speeding delivery runs, early digital growing pains, chairside save-the-case moments, and the reality of fixing cases that skipped key steps. Helen brings passion, technical depth, and a strong belief that knowledge should be shared, not guarded. It’s a conversation about growth, fundamentals, digital evolution, and why great technicians still matter more than ever.

If you want to grow your business, you need clear insight into what’s happening inside your operation and across your customer journey. That’s where Icortica comes in.

At Canadian Dental Labs, Icortica has become a cornerstone of how we operate—giving us at-a-glance visibility into performance, helping us focus our efforts, spot opportunities early, and solve problems before they grow. It takes the guesswork out of decision-making and shows us what to do next.

Plus, the Icortica team is incredibly responsive and feels like a true partner in our success.

If you’re serious about growing your business and understanding your customers better, Icortica can get you there. Learn more at icortica.com/voices — Icortica, helping dental labs grow.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the FIRST 5k run on the coast! And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Special Guest: Helen Tanaka.

]]> Join Ivoclar (AND US!) this February at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Ivoclar will be offering 16 different educational lectures over the three-day event, giving dental professionals plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Visit labday.com/Ivoclar to view the full schedule and register, and be sure to stop by and see the Ivoclar team in the Windy City.

Walking the Lab Day Chicago floor? Make it worth it.

Stop by the FOLLOW-ME! hyperDENT booth (E-27, East Hall) and take part in their Milling Roadmap—a quick, scavenger-hunt-style activity that leads you to key milling partners like Axsys, Imagine, DOF, and Roland.

Collect stamps at booths you’re likely visiting anyway and get entered to win some great giveaways—including this year’s grand prize: a foldable Honda electric scooter.

You’re already walking the floor. Now it might carry you.

Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows coming up in 2026*

This week Elvis and Barb sit down with Helen Tanaka — a removable, implant, and digital workflow specialist whose career started in one of the most relatable ways possible: as a dental lab driver. What began as a job delivering cases quickly turned into a full-blown passion once she stepped inside the lab and saw what technicians were creating. From trimming dies and waxing copings to managing labs, supporting implant surgeries, teaching doctors chairside, and leading removable and implant teams, Helen shares a journey built on curiosity, persistence, and a deep drive to understand the why behind everything in dental technology.

Helen talks about working her way through crown and bridge fundamentals before discovering her true passion in removables, dentures, implants, and occlusion. After getting real-world lab experience, she attended dental technology school, studied all six specialties, and continued expanding her knowledge through advanced occlusion training and continuing education. She explains why understanding morphology, materials, and occlusal principles is critical — especially today — and why technicians must know more than just the steps of fabrication. For Helen, dentures and implant prosthetics offer the ultimate puzzle, combining anatomy, function, and problem-solving in ways that keep her constantly engaged.

The conversation dives deep into digital dentistry, guided surgery, and removable workflows, with Helen sharing her early experiences launching digital denture and sleep appliance programs long before the workflows were polished. She discusses digital record capture, stackable surgical guides, implant planning, photogrammetry, and where digital still needs improvement — especially for removable prosthetics. While she embraces technology, she stresses that software is only as good as the technician behind it, and that skipping fundamentals creates bigger problems later. Digital is powerful, but it doesn’t replace understanding.

Education is a major theme throughout the episode. Helen regularly teaches doctors and technicians, speaks at courses, supports live implant conversions, and works with dental students. She emphasizes that many clinicians today lack confidence in dentures and removable workflows, often because fundamentals are under-taught, and she sees technicians as essential partners in closing that gap. She and the hosts discuss how removable cases are frequently rushed, underpaid, and misunderstood — even though they replace a critical body function — and why slowing down, capturing correct records, and returning to basics solves many of the “mystery” failures labs see every day.

Helen also shares stories from her time with large organizations and clinical teams, including MicroDental, ClearChoice, Arklign, and implant education centers, where she has worked in technical service, management, training, and quality oversight roles. She talks about networking, mentoring, never burning bridges, and investing in people coming up in the industry. Her approach to both dentistry and life centers around curiosity and accountability — always asking why, always backing decisions with data, and always trying to do the right thing even when no one is looking.

Throughout the episode, the energy stays fun and honest, with stories about speeding delivery runs, early digital growing pains, chairside save-the-case moments, and the reality of fixing cases that skipped key steps. Helen brings passion, technical depth, and a strong belief that knowledge should be shared, not guarded. It’s a conversation about growth, fundamentals, digital evolution, and why great technicians still matter more than ever.

If you want to grow your business, you need clear insight into what’s happening inside your operation and across your customer journey. That’s where Icortica comes in.

At Canadian Dental Labs, Icortica has become a cornerstone of how we operate—giving us at-a-glance visibility into performance, helping us focus our efforts, spot opportunities early, and solve problems before they grow. It takes the guesswork out of decision-making and shows us what to do next.

Plus, the Icortica team is incredibly responsive and feels like a true partner in our success.

If you’re serious about growing your business and understanding your customers better, Icortica can get you there. Learn more at icortica.com/voices — Icortica, helping dental labs grow.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the FIRST 5k run on the coast! And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Special Guest: Helen Tanaka.

]]> 403: Live from Lab Fest 2025: Duff Wilson and the Importance of Good Vendor Relationships with Aidite https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/403 6209e35f-6f58-4e3c-9231-0db3c289e1c3 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 403 Live from Lab Fest 2025: Duff Wilson and the Importance of Good Vendor Relationships with Aidite full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Duff Wilson shares his unconventional journey through dental technology—from getting thrown into high-volume removables at a major lab to building a lean, relationship-driven lab that’s thrived for over two decades. Along the way, he breaks down why mentorship, smart workflows, and trusting the right people and products matter more than hype, trends, or chasing volume in today’s dental lab world. 1:18:14 no A Special THANKS to Aidite North America for allowing the podcast to record at Nola LabFest. GO SHOW THEM SOME LOVE! aidite.com Duff Wilson’s journey in dental technology is anything but typical. From getting thrown into high-volume removable work at a major lab in the early ’90s to opening Wilson Dental Lab out of his home and building a lean, relationship-driven business, Duff’s story is rooted in grit, loyalty, and doing things the right way—even when it’s hard. Along the way, he shares how mentorship, state lab associations, and taking care of people shaped his career, including helping other technicians start their own labs and building a South Carolina–based milling center to support small labs. The conversation dives deep into the evolution of digital dentistry, zirconia, milling centers, design services, and why relationships—not products—are what truly matter in this industry. Duff explains how trust and support led him to work closely with Aidite (https://www.aidite.com/), why being lean is the key to longevity, and how redefining success after a life-changing health scare helped him create a sustainable lab, a better lifestyle, and a clear path for the next generation of technicians Happy Holidays from Ivoclar! As the year comes to a close, all of us at Ivoclar want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible Voices From the Bench community. Thank you for your partnership, your trust, and the support you’ve shown throughout the year. From our Ivoclar family to yours, we wish you a joyful, healthy, and safe holiday season. May your days be merry, your nights be bright, and your smiles shine like freshly fallen snow. Ho, ho, ho — Happy Holidays from Ivoclar! Big news is coming your way in the world of CAM. Our friends at Ivoclar have teamed up with FOLLOW-ME! Technology (https://www.follow-me-tech.com/) to bring the Ivotion Denture System (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/ivotion) into the HyperDent CAM (https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/) workflow. That’s right—your favorite pre-shaded, two-layer Ivotion discs, the ones that let you design and mill a complete denture in one seamless process with no bonding and no mess, are now moving beyond closed systems. Thanks to this new partnership, Ivotion can finally be milled on open machines through HyperDent. And it gets better: you’ll first see this powerful workflow available on the Roland DWX-53 series mills (https://www.rolanddga.com/products/dental/dwx-53d)—already a staple in so many labs—as well as the Imagine iMills (https://www.imagineusa.com/legacy/s/mills/imill). If you’ve been waiting for a faster, cleaner, more flexible way to produce full dentures, this is it. Ivoclar and FOLLOW-ME! just made the future of denture manufacturing wide open. Get ready—HyperDent is about to change the way you mill Ivotion. Special Guest: Duff Wilson. dental, technician, laboratory, support, relationship, dentures, removables, crown and bridge, dental laboratory, lab ownership, mentorship, dental technology, milling center, zirconia, CAD/CAM, digital dentistry, Aidite, relationships, lab efficiency, lean workflow, design services, implant restorations, full arch, lab associations, technician education, voices from the bench A Special THANKS to Aidite North America for allowing the podcast to record at Nola LabFest. GO SHOW THEM SOME LOVE!

aidite.com

Duff Wilson’s journey in dental technology is anything but typical. From getting thrown into high-volume removable work at a major lab in the early ’90s to opening Wilson Dental Lab out of his home and building a lean, relationship-driven business, Duff’s story is rooted in grit, loyalty, and doing things the right way—even when it’s hard. Along the way, he shares how mentorship, state lab associations, and taking care of people shaped his career, including helping other technicians start their own labs and building a South Carolina–based milling center to support small labs.

The conversation dives deep into the evolution of digital dentistry, zirconia, milling centers, design services, and why relationships—not products—are what truly matter in this industry. Duff explains how trust and support led him to work closely with Aidite, why being lean is the key to longevity, and how redefining success after a life-changing health scare helped him create a sustainable lab, a better lifestyle, and a clear path for the next generation of technicians

Happy Holidays from Ivoclar!

As the year comes to a close, all of us at Ivoclar want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible Voices From the Bench community. Thank you for your partnership, your trust, and the support you’ve shown throughout the year.

From our Ivoclar family to yours, we wish you a joyful, healthy, and safe holiday season.

May your days be merry, your nights be bright, and your smiles shine like freshly fallen snow.

Ho, ho, ho — Happy Holidays from Ivoclar!

Big news is coming your way in the world of CAM. Our friends at Ivoclar have teamed up with FOLLOW-ME! Technology to bring the Ivotion Denture System into the HyperDent CAM workflow.

That’s right—your favorite pre-shaded, two-layer Ivotion discs, the ones that let you design and mill a complete denture in one seamless process with no bonding and no mess, are now moving beyond closed systems. Thanks to this new partnership, Ivotion can finally be milled on open machines through HyperDent.

And it gets better: you’ll first see this powerful workflow available on the Roland DWX-53 series mills—already a staple in so many labs—as well as the Imagine iMills.

If you’ve been waiting for a faster, cleaner, more flexible way to produce full dentures, this is it. Ivoclar and FOLLOW-ME! just made the future of denture manufacturing wide open.

Get ready—HyperDent is about to change the way you mill Ivotion.

Special Guest: Duff Wilson.

]]> A Special THANKS to Aidite North America for allowing the podcast to record at Nola LabFest. GO SHOW THEM SOME LOVE!

aidite.com

Duff Wilson’s journey in dental technology is anything but typical. From getting thrown into high-volume removable work at a major lab in the early ’90s to opening Wilson Dental Lab out of his home and building a lean, relationship-driven business, Duff’s story is rooted in grit, loyalty, and doing things the right way—even when it’s hard. Along the way, he shares how mentorship, state lab associations, and taking care of people shaped his career, including helping other technicians start their own labs and building a South Carolina–based milling center to support small labs.

The conversation dives deep into the evolution of digital dentistry, zirconia, milling centers, design services, and why relationships—not products—are what truly matter in this industry. Duff explains how trust and support led him to work closely with Aidite, why being lean is the key to longevity, and how redefining success after a life-changing health scare helped him create a sustainable lab, a better lifestyle, and a clear path for the next generation of technicians

Happy Holidays from Ivoclar!

As the year comes to a close, all of us at Ivoclar want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible Voices From the Bench community. Thank you for your partnership, your trust, and the support you’ve shown throughout the year.

From our Ivoclar family to yours, we wish you a joyful, healthy, and safe holiday season.

May your days be merry, your nights be bright, and your smiles shine like freshly fallen snow.

Ho, ho, ho — Happy Holidays from Ivoclar!

Big news is coming your way in the world of CAM. Our friends at Ivoclar have teamed up with FOLLOW-ME! Technology to bring the Ivotion Denture System into the HyperDent CAM workflow.

That’s right—your favorite pre-shaded, two-layer Ivotion discs, the ones that let you design and mill a complete denture in one seamless process with no bonding and no mess, are now moving beyond closed systems. Thanks to this new partnership, Ivotion can finally be milled on open machines through HyperDent.

And it gets better: you’ll first see this powerful workflow available on the Roland DWX-53 series mills—already a staple in so many labs—as well as the Imagine iMills.

If you’ve been waiting for a faster, cleaner, more flexible way to produce full dentures, this is it. Ivoclar and FOLLOW-ME! just made the future of denture manufacturing wide open.

Get ready—HyperDent is about to change the way you mill Ivotion.

Special Guest: Duff Wilson.

]]> 63: The Stars At Night Are Big and Bright: At the DLAT with Chris Ling CDT, Gary Box CDT, and Darrel & Bobby Clark CDTs https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/63 f1b327ac-5fb0-42f4-9abe-2e12d21e998e Mon, 10 Jun 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 63 The Stars At Night Are Big and Bright: At the DLAT with Chris Ling CDT, Gary Box CDT, and Darrel & Bobby Clark CDTs full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We bring you three more great interviews we got at the DLAT conference in Texas from back in April. Joining Elvis & Barb are Chris Ling CDT from Lifelike Dental Studio, Gary Box CDT from Rainbow Bridge Dental, and Darrel & Bobby Clark from Clark Implant Solutions. 44:04 no We bring you three more great interviews we got at the DLAT conference in Texas from back in April. Joining Elvis & Barb are Chris Ling CDT from Lifelike Dental Studio, Gary Box CDT from Rainbow Bridge Dental, and Darrel & Bobby Clark from Clark Implant Solutions. The State Motto of Texas is Friendship and Elvis & Barb made a lot of friends at the Dental Laboratory Association of Texas (DLAT) conference in April. -Talking nipples, dental, and the podcast we are joined by Chris Ling CDT from Lifelike Dental Studio. Chris tells an interesting story where he goes from Film and TV to owning a 5 person dental lab. -Gary Box CDT from Rainbow Bridge Dental sits down to talk to us about being a big part of Texas' Association (even being the president back in 1983) and running a one-man lab. -Then we are joined by father and son team Darrel & Bobby Clark CDTs from Clark Dental Lab and Implant Solutions. These two run a 5 person dental lab that specialize in fixed hybrid restorations. Still time to Donate to Crossing for a Cure - Alex's 80 mile fundraiser on June 15 (https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/alex-paddles-4-life?fbclid=IwAR3HpbpE_MNwIMnRJEsfcmaOKR7Khg1KykGh1H99uGUpBG5tXjikgWCvZTA) Be sure to check out DLAT.org to see all the AMAZING things the Dental Laboratory Association of Texas is doing. Come next year to their AWESOME conference where these interviews were recorded at! (https://members.dlat.org/membership/) Special Guests: Bobby Clark CDT, Chris Ling CDT, Darrell Clark CDT, and Gary Box CDT. dental laboratory, dentist, Texas, DLAT, fixed hybrids, delegates, technician, podcast, voices from the bench We bring you three more great interviews we got at the DLAT conference in Texas from back in April. Joining Elvis & Barb are Chris Ling CDT from Lifelike Dental Studio, Gary Box CDT from Rainbow Bridge Dental, and Darrel & Bobby Clark from Clark Implant Solutions.

The State Motto of Texas is Friendship and Elvis & Barb made a lot of friends at the Dental Laboratory Association of Texas (DLAT) conference in April.

-Talking nipples, dental, and the podcast we are joined by Chris Ling CDT from Lifelike Dental Studio. Chris tells an interesting story where he goes from Film and TV to owning a 5 person dental lab.

-Gary Box CDT from Rainbow Bridge Dental sits down to talk to us about being a big part of Texas' Association (even being the president back in 1983) and running a one-man lab.

-Then we are joined by father and son team Darrel & Bobby Clark CDTs from Clark Dental Lab and Implant Solutions. These two run a 5 person dental lab that specialize in fixed hybrid restorations.

Still time to
Donate to Crossing for a Cure - Alex's 80 mile fundraiser on June 15

Be sure to check out DLAT.org to see all the AMAZING things the Dental Laboratory Association of Texas is doing. Come next year to their AWESOME conference where these interviews were recorded at!

Special Guests: Bobby Clark CDT, Chris Ling CDT, Darrell Clark CDT, and Gary Box CDT.

]]> We bring you three more great interviews we got at the DLAT conference in Texas from back in April. Joining Elvis & Barb are Chris Ling CDT from Lifelike Dental Studio, Gary Box CDT from Rainbow Bridge Dental, and Darrel & Bobby Clark from Clark Implant Solutions.

The State Motto of Texas is Friendship and Elvis & Barb made a lot of friends at the Dental Laboratory Association of Texas (DLAT) conference in April.

-Talking nipples, dental, and the podcast we are joined by Chris Ling CDT from Lifelike Dental Studio. Chris tells an interesting story where he goes from Film and TV to owning a 5 person dental lab.

-Gary Box CDT from Rainbow Bridge Dental sits down to talk to us about being a big part of Texas' Association (even being the president back in 1983) and running a one-man lab.

-Then we are joined by father and son team Darrel & Bobby Clark CDTs from Clark Dental Lab and Implant Solutions. These two run a 5 person dental lab that specialize in fixed hybrid restorations.

Still time to
Donate to Crossing for a Cure - Alex's 80 mile fundraiser on June 15

Be sure to check out DLAT.org to see all the AMAZING things the Dental Laboratory Association of Texas is doing. Come next year to their AWESOME conference where these interviews were recorded at!

Special Guests: Bobby Clark CDT, Chris Ling CDT, Darrell Clark CDT, and Gary Box CDT.

]]> 61: LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 5: The Final Round https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/61 4dc5b7b7-962b-4e90-bd2c-d8b7d3828078 Mon, 27 May 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 61 LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 5: The Final Round full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We wrap up all the great interviews we got at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019. Joining us are 4 great individuals on 3 fantastic conversations. Jimmy Ruiz from Aurident, Inc., Jonathan Thompson from WorkNC, a CAD/CAM software company. Then we wrap up with Carrie Peil Warner CDT and Corinthia Warner, a mother/daughter team from Birch Dental Laboratory and the Executive Director of the Oregon Association of Dental Laboratories. 49:04 no LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 was over 13 weeks ago! Because there were so many great interviews, we are just now wrapping up releasing them all! And we end the run with some great conversation. We start off talking with our neighbor from the exhibit hall Jimmy Ruiz from Aurident. Known for their alloy, Aurident is heavy into CAD/CAM and Jimmy tells us all about his role and what they had at Lab Day. Then we talk to a voiceover professional Jonathan Thompson from WorkNC Open Source Dental Software. We talk with him about how a lab can use Open Source to simplify and streamline your lab’s CAD/CAM software. Check out a the commercial for the St. Paul public library he mentions during the interview! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s20mIhMIrpo&feature=youtu.be) And we finish up with Carrie and Corinthia Warner. They are a mother and daughter team from Birch Dental Lab in Oregon and Carrie is also the Executive Director for the Oregon Association of Dental Laboratories (OADL). Check out the OADL annual meeting! (http://www.oregondentallabs.org/news.html) A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION (https://preat.com/). Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology (http://dentallabfoundation.org/) THANK YOU PREAT! Special Guests: Carrie Peil Warner CDT, Corinthia Warner , Jimmy Ruiz, and Jonathan Thompson. dental laboratory, dentist, lmt lab day, Chicago, cad, cam, Oregon, podcast, stronger together LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 was over 13 weeks ago! Because there were so many great interviews, we are just now wrapping up releasing them all! And we end the run with some great conversation.

We start off talking with our neighbor from the exhibit hall Jimmy Ruiz from Aurident. Known for their alloy, Aurident is heavy into CAD/CAM and Jimmy tells us all about his role and what they had at Lab Day.

Then we talk to a voiceover professional Jonathan Thompson from WorkNC Open Source Dental Software. We talk with him about how a lab can use Open Source to simplify and streamline your lab’s CAD/CAM software.

Check out a the commercial for the St. Paul public library he mentions during the interview!

And we finish up with Carrie and Corinthia Warner. They are a mother and daughter team from Birch Dental Lab in Oregon and Carrie is also the Executive Director for the Oregon Association of Dental Laboratories (OADL).

Check out the OADL annual meeting!

A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION. Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology
THANK YOU PREAT!

Special Guests: Carrie Peil Warner CDT, Corinthia Warner , Jimmy Ruiz, and Jonathan Thompson.

]]> LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 was over 13 weeks ago! Because there were so many great interviews, we are just now wrapping up releasing them all! And we end the run with some great conversation.

We start off talking with our neighbor from the exhibit hall Jimmy Ruiz from Aurident. Known for their alloy, Aurident is heavy into CAD/CAM and Jimmy tells us all about his role and what they had at Lab Day.

Then we talk to a voiceover professional Jonathan Thompson from WorkNC Open Source Dental Software. We talk with him about how a lab can use Open Source to simplify and streamline your lab’s CAD/CAM software.

Check out a the commercial for the St. Paul public library he mentions during the interview!

And we finish up with Carrie and Corinthia Warner. They are a mother and daughter team from Birch Dental Lab in Oregon and Carrie is also the Executive Director for the Oregon Association of Dental Laboratories (OADL).

Check out the OADL annual meeting!

A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION. Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology
THANK YOU PREAT!

Special Guests: Carrie Peil Warner CDT, Corinthia Warner , Jimmy Ruiz, and Jonathan Thompson.

]]> 59: LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 3 - A President, a Chair, and a Vice https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/59 972fa383-fb6e-479d-93b1-cc30137ad43e Mon, 13 May 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 59 LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 3 - A President, a Chair, and a Vice full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner The LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 interviews are still coming. This week we have three gentlemen who have volunteered their time to serve on boards that have been helping our industry for years. Morris Fucarino, CDT is the current Chair of the NBC, Travis Zick is the current President of the NADL, and Sean Siegel is the Vice-Chair of the FDLT. 50:05 no Live from the FDLA Southern States Conference and Expo! Elvis and Barb take a break from interviewing to record today’s episode showcasing interviews we did back at LMT Lab Day Chicago. This is the first time we recorded face-to-face for an individual episode and what a great and important episode to do it for. We are joined by a couple of guys who have dedicated a lot of work and time to move up on the three boards that Barb and Elvis feel so passionate about. First up we talk with Morris Fucarino CDT from Majestic Arts in Florida. He is the current Chair of the National Board of Certification (NBC). We are then joined by Travis Zick from Apex Dental in Minnesota who is the President of the National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) and Sean Siegel from Castable Ceramics in Alaska who is the Vice-Chair of the Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology (FDLT). NADL - Nation Association of Dental Laboratories (http://nadl.org) NBC - The National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (http://nbccert.org) FDLT - The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology (http://http://dentallabfoundation.org/) A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION (https://preat.com/). Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology (http://dentallabfoundation.org/) THANK YOU PREAT! Special Guests: Morris Fucarino CDT, Sean Siegel, and Travis Zick. dental laboratory, dentist, LMT Lab Day, Chicago, FDLA, NADL, NBC, FDLT, Alaska, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Live from the FDLA Southern States Conference and Expo!

Elvis and Barb take a break from interviewing to record today’s episode showcasing interviews we did back at LMT Lab Day Chicago. This is the first time we recorded face-to-face for an individual episode and what a great and important episode to do it for. We are joined by a couple of guys who have dedicated a lot of work and time to move up on the three boards that Barb and Elvis feel so passionate about.

First up we talk with Morris Fucarino CDT from Majestic Arts in Florida. He is the current Chair of the National Board of Certification (NBC).

We are then joined by Travis Zick from Apex Dental in Minnesota who is the President of the National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) and Sean Siegel from Castable Ceramics in Alaska who is the Vice-Chair of the Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology (FDLT).

NADL - Nation Association of Dental Laboratories
NBC - The National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology
FDLT - The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology

A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION. Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology
THANK YOU PREAT!

Special Guests: Morris Fucarino CDT, Sean Siegel, and Travis Zick.

]]> Live from the FDLA Southern States Conference and Expo!

Elvis and Barb take a break from interviewing to record today’s episode showcasing interviews we did back at LMT Lab Day Chicago. This is the first time we recorded face-to-face for an individual episode and what a great and important episode to do it for. We are joined by a couple of guys who have dedicated a lot of work and time to move up on the three boards that Barb and Elvis feel so passionate about.

First up we talk with Morris Fucarino CDT from Majestic Arts in Florida. He is the current Chair of the National Board of Certification (NBC).

We are then joined by Travis Zick from Apex Dental in Minnesota who is the President of the National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) and Sean Siegel from Castable Ceramics in Alaska who is the Vice-Chair of the Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology (FDLT).

NADL - Nation Association of Dental Laboratories
NBC - The National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology
FDLT - The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology

A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION. Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology
THANK YOU PREAT!

Special Guests: Morris Fucarino CDT, Sean Siegel, and Travis Zick.

]]> 58: LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 2 https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/58 29b4bc4b-0877-4b09-a9e6-eb9fea849c45 Mon, 06 May 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 58 LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 2 full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis and Barb bring you three more excellent interviews from LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019. Joining the podcast are Brandi Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies, Nelson Rego CDT from Smiles Designs by Rego, and Marlin Gohn from Argen. 51:37 no Can you believe in May that we are still releasing interviews we did back in February at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019? Joining us on this week's episode are: Brandi Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies. Brandi comes on the podcast to talk about their 75th Anniversary and the Grandfather’s bag that started it all. Nelson Rego CDT from Smiles Designs by Rego. Nelson has a lab in California that has a different tax situation and a unique way he pays his technician base+piece pay. Then we talk to Marlin Gohn from Argen. He talks about his role in the Argen corporation and his desire to make every lab better. Brandi's Tooth Shoe Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology. Order yours here! (https://www.bonfire.com/voices-from-the-bench-fundraiser/) Come see Voices From the Bench - The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL (https://www.fdla.net/symposium/) If you are on the west coast go to - LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabdaywest) 1st Annual Maine Dental Education Forum (http://mainelda.com/) A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION (https://preat.com/). Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology (http://dentallabfoundation.org/) THANK YOU PREAT! Special Guests: Brandi Nowak, Marlin Gohn CDT, and Nelson Rego CDT. dental laboratory, dentist, data, LMT Lab Day, Chicago, Argen, Preat, Nowak, FDLA, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Can you believe in May that we are still releasing interviews we did back in February at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019? Joining us on this week's episode are:

  • Brandi Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies. Brandi comes on the podcast to talk about their 75th Anniversary and the Grandfather’s bag that started it all.

  • Nelson Rego CDT from Smiles Designs by Rego. Nelson has a lab in California that has a different tax situation and a unique way he pays his technician base+piece pay.

  • Then we talk to Marlin Gohn from Argen. He talks about his role in the Argen corporation and his desire to make every lab better.

Brandi's Tooth Shoe

Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology.
Order yours here!

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

1st Annual Maine Dental Education Forum

A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION. Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology
THANK YOU PREAT!

Special Guests: Brandi Nowak, Marlin Gohn CDT, and Nelson Rego CDT.

]]> Can you believe in May that we are still releasing interviews we did back in February at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019? Joining us on this week's episode are:

  • Brandi Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies. Brandi comes on the podcast to talk about their 75th Anniversary and the Grandfather’s bag that started it all.

  • Nelson Rego CDT from Smiles Designs by Rego. Nelson has a lab in California that has a different tax situation and a unique way he pays his technician base+piece pay.

  • Then we talk to Marlin Gohn from Argen. He talks about his role in the Argen corporation and his desire to make every lab better.

Brandi's Tooth Shoe

Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology.
Order yours here!

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

1st Annual Maine Dental Education Forum

A BIG thanks to our newest sponsor PREAT CORPORATION. Use code "VOICES" online and on the phone to get 5% off your order and 1% donated to The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology
THANK YOU PREAT!

Special Guests: Brandi Nowak, Marlin Gohn CDT, and Nelson Rego CDT.

]]> 57: LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 1 https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/57 69166ed0-b942-4547-b0bc-49c2361a6183 Mon, 29 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 57 LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Interview Showcase Part 1 full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Three great interviews we got at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019. We chatted with Judy Fishman and her son Eric Fisher talking about Lab Day, Jamie Stover from Carbon talking about digital workflows and DSOs, and Bryan Johnson talking about his lab and why he comes to Lab Day. 49:40 no Elvis and Barb got so much content at LMT Lab Day Chicago that we have to put out longer episodes just to release everything. So joining us on this episode are 4 individuals making up three interviews. Judy Fishman and Eric Fisher from LMT Magazine talking about LMT Lab Days past, current attendee numbers, and what is in the future for Lab Day Chicago. Jamie Stover CDT talks about going from Chief Operating Officer of Ziemek Laboratories to Carbon to work with digital workflows in labs and his experience working with DSOs. Bryan Johnson from Sterling Dental Arts in Merritt Island, Florida talks about his full service lab, why he comes to LMT Lab Day Chicago, and living on a rocket launching island. Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology. Order yours here! (https://www.bonfire.com/voices-from-the-bench-fundraiser/) Come see Voices From the Bench - The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL (https://www.fdla.net/symposium/) If you are on the west coast go to - LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabdaywest) A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices (https://www.openimplants.com/voices) to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order Special Guests: Bryan Johnson, Eric Fisher, Jamie Stover CDT, and Judy Fishman. dental laboratory, dentist, LMT, Lab Day, Carbon, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Elvis and Barb got so much content at LMT Lab Day Chicago that we have to put out longer episodes just to release everything. So joining us on this episode are 4 individuals making up three interviews.

  • Judy Fishman and Eric Fisher from LMT Magazine talking about LMT Lab Days past, current attendee numbers, and what is in the future for Lab Day Chicago.

  • Jamie Stover CDT talks about going from Chief Operating Officer of Ziemek Laboratories to Carbon to work with digital workflows in labs and his experience working with DSOs.

  • Bryan Johnson from Sterling Dental Arts in Merritt Island, Florida talks about his full service lab, why he comes to LMT Lab Day Chicago, and living on a rocket launching island.

Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology.
Order yours here!

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guests: Bryan Johnson, Eric Fisher, Jamie Stover CDT, and Judy Fishman.

]]> Elvis and Barb got so much content at LMT Lab Day Chicago that we have to put out longer episodes just to release everything. So joining us on this episode are 4 individuals making up three interviews.

  • Judy Fishman and Eric Fisher from LMT Magazine talking about LMT Lab Days past, current attendee numbers, and what is in the future for Lab Day Chicago.

  • Jamie Stover CDT talks about going from Chief Operating Officer of Ziemek Laboratories to Carbon to work with digital workflows in labs and his experience working with DSOs.

  • Bryan Johnson from Sterling Dental Arts in Merritt Island, Florida talks about his full service lab, why he comes to LMT Lab Day Chicago, and living on a rocket launching island.

Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology.
Order yours here!

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guests: Bryan Johnson, Eric Fisher, Jamie Stover CDT, and Judy Fishman.

]]> 56: The Dawn of a New Esthetic Revolution: A Chat with Herb Baird from Ivoclar Vivadent https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/56 f10f8035-e736-48db-b69a-073e56e0eae4 Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 56 The Dawn of a New Esthetic Revolution: A Chat with Herb Baird from Ivoclar Vivadent full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We love the face-to-face interviews we get to do at conferences. This time Elvis and Barb sat down with Herb Baird from Ivoclar Vivadent at the DLAT meeting in Texas. He talks about the esthetic revolution and the importance of education to the dental laboratory technician. 38:08 no LIVE from the DLAT Conference from Texas a few weeks ago. We sit down with Herb Baird from Ivoclar Vivadent talking about getting into the industry, the early days of the esthetic revolution, and what Ivoclar Vivident is trying to do to improve the restorations and the role of a dental technician. "The Socks" Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology. Order yours here! (https://www.bonfire.com/voices-from-the-bench-fundraiser/) Come see Voices From the Bench - The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL (https://www.fdla.net/symposium/) If you are on the west coast go to - LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabdaywest) A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices (https://www.openimplants.com/voices) to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order Special Guest: Herb Baird. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, technician, Ivoclar Vivadent, esthetic revolution, DLAT, Texas, FDLA, LMT Lab Day West, podcast, voices from the bench LIVE from the DLAT Conference from Texas a few weeks ago. We sit down with Herb Baird from Ivoclar Vivadent talking about getting into the industry, the early days of the esthetic revolution, and what Ivoclar Vivident is trying to do to improve the restorations and the role of a dental technician.

"The Socks"

Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology.
Order yours here!

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guest: Herb Baird.

]]> LIVE from the DLAT Conference from Texas a few weeks ago. We sit down with Herb Baird from Ivoclar Vivadent talking about getting into the industry, the early days of the esthetic revolution, and what Ivoclar Vivident is trying to do to improve the restorations and the role of a dental technician.

"The Socks"

Until May 11th get a Voices From the Bench shirt and support The Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology.
Order yours here!

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guest: Herb Baird.

]]> 55: Lee(ding) The Way: Our Conversation with Lee Culp CDT Part 2 https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/55 a3f036e0-6a1f-4127-8d98-84125983d41d Mon, 15 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 55 Lee(ding) The Way: Our Conversation with Lee Culp CDT Part 2 full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We are back with part 2 of our interview with Lee Culp. This week has Lee telling us his secret to his success, what he looks for in hiring technicians, and how he does what he does. 33:26 no Lee Culp CDT joins us for part 2 of this fantastic interview. We are happy to announce that Lee tells us the secret to his success. He also lets us in on how he finds and trains technicians for his 100% digital laboratory and how he is able to charge more than most laboratories. The Dawson Acadamy & Sculpture Studios team up for Digital Solutions for Complete Dentistry https://thedawsonacademy.com/live-course/digital-solutions-dentistry/ Bellus3D FaceApp (https://www.bellus3d.com/faceapp/) Come see Voices From the Bench - The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL (https://www.fdla.net/symposium/) If you are on the west coast go to - LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabdaywest) A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices (https://www.openimplants.com/voices) to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order Special Guest: Lee Culp CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, technician, Lee Culp, Sculpture Studios, 3d printing, FDLA, LMT Lab Day West, podcast, voices from the bench Lee Culp CDT joins us for part 2 of this fantastic interview. We are happy to announce that Lee tells us the secret to his success. He also lets us in on how he finds and trains technicians for his 100% digital laboratory and how he is able to charge more than most laboratories.

The Dawson Acadamy & Sculpture Studios team up for Digital Solutions for Complete Dentistry
https://thedawsonacademy.com/live-course/digital-solutions-dentistry/

Bellus3D FaceApp

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guest: Lee Culp CDT.

]]> Lee Culp CDT joins us for part 2 of this fantastic interview. We are happy to announce that Lee tells us the secret to his success. He also lets us in on how he finds and trains technicians for his 100% digital laboratory and how he is able to charge more than most laboratories.

The Dawson Acadamy & Sculpture Studios team up for Digital Solutions for Complete Dentistry
https://thedawsonacademy.com/live-course/digital-solutions-dentistry/

Bellus3D FaceApp

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guest: Lee Culp CDT.

]]> 54: Lee(ding) The Way: Our Conversation with Lee Culp CDT Part 1 https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/54 b6d36224-775e-4faf-9dee-aee7b2fc6d8b Mon, 08 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 54 Lee(ding) The Way: Our Conversation with Lee Culp CDT Part 1 full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Industry leader, innovator, speaker, and all around nice guy, Lee Culp, CDT joins Elvis and Barb for part 1 of a fascinating interview where Lee talks about the early days, who mentored him, and daily life of one of the biggest names in our industry. 36:23 no We had the honor and pleasure of having Lee Culp CDT sit down with us. We talked about his early days, important people in his life from the industry, and his state of the art lab in North Carolina. The Dawson Acadamy & Sculpture Studios team up for Digital Solutions for Complete Dentistry https://thedawsonacademy.com/live-course/digital-solutions-dentistry/ Come see Voices From the Bench - The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL (https://www.fdla.net/symposium/) If you are on the west coast go to - LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabdaywest) A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices (https://www.openimplants.com/voices) to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order Special Guest: Lee Culp CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, technician, Lee Culp, Sculpture Studios, 3d printing, FDLA, LMT Lab Day West, podcast, voices from the bench We had the honor and pleasure of having Lee Culp CDT sit down with us. We talked about his early days, important people in his life from the industry, and his state of the art lab in North Carolina.

The Dawson Acadamy & Sculpture Studios team up for Digital Solutions for Complete Dentistry
https://thedawsonacademy.com/live-course/digital-solutions-dentistry/

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guest: Lee Culp CDT.

]]> We had the honor and pleasure of having Lee Culp CDT sit down with us. We talked about his early days, important people in his life from the industry, and his state of the art lab in North Carolina.

The Dawson Acadamy & Sculpture Studios team up for Digital Solutions for Complete Dentistry
https://thedawsonacademy.com/live-course/digital-solutions-dentistry/

Come see Voices From the Bench -
The FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo May 9 - 11th in Orlando, FL

If you are on the west coast go to -
LMT Lab Day West 2019 May 10 & 11 in Garden Grove, CA

A Huge thank you to Open Implants for their support of the podcast. Head over to openimplants.com/voices to learn more and use the code voices10 to get 10% off your first order

Special Guest: Lee Culp CDT.

]]> 53: Les Voix Du Banc Talks to Frederic Rapp From Open Implants at LMT Lab Day Chicago https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/53 58be76cc-ca63-4128-a77a-48c26caf0fa1 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 53 Les Voix Du Banc Talks to Frederic Rapp From Open Implants at LMT Lab Day Chicago full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Another great interview from LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019! CEO Frédéric Rapp of Open Implants and a lab owner from France sits down with Elvis and Barb to talk about all things dental laboratory and implant components. 35:20 no This week brings us a facinating gentleman from France. We talked with Frédéric Rapp about why he comes all the way to LMT Lab Day Chicago, what are some dental laboratory trends in France, and the company he started called Open Implants. His Lab: Crown Ceram laboratory (https://www.crownceram.com/) Open Implants (https://www.openimplants.com/) Come see us at: 2019 DLAT Southwest Conference & Expo April 5 & 6 (https://members.dlat.org/membership/conference-registration-portal/conference-registration/#!event-register/2019/4/4/2019-dlat-southwest-conference-expo) The Southern States Symposium & Expo Presented by the FDLA May 9 - 11 (https://www.fdla.net/symposium/) A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast. Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Special Guest: Frederic Rapp. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, LMT, Lab Day, Chicago, technician, Open implants, France, podcast, voices from the bench This week brings us a facinating gentleman from France. We talked with Frédéric Rapp about why he comes all the way to LMT Lab Day Chicago, what are some dental laboratory trends in France, and the company he started called Open Implants.

His Lab: Crown Ceram laboratory
Open Implants

Come see us at:

2019 DLAT Southwest Conference & Expo April 5 & 6

The Southern States Symposium & Expo Presented by the FDLA May 9 - 11

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Frederic Rapp.

]]> This week brings us a facinating gentleman from France. We talked with Frédéric Rapp about why he comes all the way to LMT Lab Day Chicago, what are some dental laboratory trends in France, and the company he started called Open Implants.

His Lab: Crown Ceram laboratory
Open Implants

Come see us at:

2019 DLAT Southwest Conference & Expo April 5 & 6

The Southern States Symposium & Expo Presented by the FDLA May 9 - 11

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Frederic Rapp.

]]> 52: One Year Anniversary Spectacular! LMT Lab Day Chicago interviews with Renata Budny CDT, TE & Elias Asevedo https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/52 f30192e3-234c-468f-9c12-249de0a07f24 Mon, 25 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 52 One Year Anniversary Spectacular! LMT Lab Day Chicago interviews with Renata Budny CDT, TE & Elias Asevedo full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis and Barb celebrate your 52nd episode marking our first full year of Voices From the Bench. Joining us again but this time LIVE from LMT Lab Day Chicago is our first guest ever Professor Renata Budny CDT, TE and one of her students Elias Asevedo from The City University of New York. 32:27 no Wow a whole year! 52 straight weeks of podcasting. Thank you to everyone who listened, participated, and shared with their friends. All the hard work has been paid back by the support of the industry and the fact that we can have had super cool people on to interview that make it easy. Let's do another 52 episodes, shall we? At LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Barb and Elvis had a chance to set up a booth, bring some headphones, recording equipment, and grab anyone willing to sit down with us and record face to face. It was an amazing experience and we got a TON of interviews to release. To celebrate our first year, we sit down with Renata Budny CDT, TE at LMT Lab Day Chicago to talk about her being our first guest, what is happening at The City University of New York, and what do professors and students do at Lab Day. We are then joined by a great student, Elias Asevedo who talks about the school and his future in dentistry. The Dental Laboratory Technology program at City Tech (http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/restorativedentistry/dental-laboratory-aas.aspx) 2019 DLAT Southwest Conference & Expo April 5 & 6 (https://members.dlat.org/membership/conference-registration-portal/conference-registration/#!event-register/2019/4/4/2019-dlat-southwest-conference-expo) The Southern States Symposium & Expo Presented by the FDLA May 9 - 11 (https://www.fdla.net/symposium/) A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast. Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Special Guest: Renata Budny, CDT, TE. dental laboratory, dentist, data, LMT Lab Day, Chicago, Dental technology School, DLAT, FDLA, Nowak, The City University of New York, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Wow a whole year! 52 straight weeks of podcasting. Thank you to everyone who listened, participated, and shared with their friends. All the hard work has been paid back by the support of the industry and the fact that we can have had super cool people on to interview that make it easy. Let's do another 52 episodes, shall we?

At LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Barb and Elvis had a chance to set up a booth, bring some headphones, recording equipment, and grab anyone willing to sit down with us and record face to face. It was an amazing experience and we got a TON of interviews to release.

To celebrate our first year, we sit down with Renata Budny CDT, TE at LMT Lab Day Chicago to talk about her being our first guest, what is happening at The City University of New York, and what do professors and students do at Lab Day. We are then joined by a great student, Elias Asevedo who talks about the school and his future in dentistry.

The Dental Laboratory Technology program at City Tech

2019 DLAT Southwest Conference & Expo April 5 & 6

The Southern States Symposium & Expo Presented by the FDLA May 9 - 11

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Renata Budny, CDT, TE.

]]> Wow a whole year! 52 straight weeks of podcasting. Thank you to everyone who listened, participated, and shared with their friends. All the hard work has been paid back by the support of the industry and the fact that we can have had super cool people on to interview that make it easy. Let's do another 52 episodes, shall we?

At LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Barb and Elvis had a chance to set up a booth, bring some headphones, recording equipment, and grab anyone willing to sit down with us and record face to face. It was an amazing experience and we got a TON of interviews to release.

To celebrate our first year, we sit down with Renata Budny CDT, TE at LMT Lab Day Chicago to talk about her being our first guest, what is happening at The City University of New York, and what do professors and students do at Lab Day. We are then joined by a great student, Elias Asevedo who talks about the school and his future in dentistry.

The Dental Laboratory Technology program at City Tech

2019 DLAT Southwest Conference & Expo April 5 & 6

The Southern States Symposium & Expo Presented by the FDLA May 9 - 11

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Renata Budny, CDT, TE.

]]> Episode 51: Tipping the Ortho Scales : Interview with Cade Tippett CDT about Ortho and Texas Part 2 https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/51 b1cf39e1-aec9-4475-9bf3-f18633fd46bf Mon, 18 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 51 Tipping the Ortho Scales : Interview with Cade Tippett CDT about Ortho and Texas Part 2 full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Continuing the conversation with Cade Tippett CDT about ortho, YouTube fame, and why he is so passionate about participating on the DLAT board. 38:27 no Elvis and Barb continue the interview they had with Cade Tippett CDT, who is a ortho technician out of Texas, a YouTube rock star, and the Executive Administrator for the DLAT (Dental Laboratory Association of Texas) Check out his YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/RetainerDesigner) The interview Cade Tippett and Steve Szara did with Barb and Elvis! https://www.youtube.com/embed/AQc-8Yn9C8k COME SEE VOICES FROM THE BENCH! We will be at the DLAT meeting April 4th and 5th in Grapevine, Texas. Register here! (https://members.dlat.org/membership/) A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast. Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Special Guest: Cade Tippett, CDT. dental laboratory, dentist, data, Ortho, orthodontics, Texas, DLAT, wires, braces, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Elvis and Barb continue the interview they had with Cade Tippett CDT, who is a ortho technician out of Texas, a YouTube rock star, and the Executive Administrator for the DLAT (Dental Laboratory Association of Texas)

Check out his YouTube Channel

The interview Cade Tippett and Steve Szara did with Barb and Elvis!

https://www.youtube.com/embed/AQc-8Yn9C8k

COME SEE VOICES FROM THE BENCH!
We will be at the DLAT meeting April 4th and 5th in Grapevine, Texas.
Register here!

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Cade Tippett, CDT.

]]> Elvis and Barb continue the interview they had with Cade Tippett CDT, who is a ortho technician out of Texas, a YouTube rock star, and the Executive Administrator for the DLAT (Dental Laboratory Association of Texas)

Check out his YouTube Channel

The interview Cade Tippett and Steve Szara did with Barb and Elvis!

https://www.youtube.com/embed/AQc-8Yn9C8k

COME SEE VOICES FROM THE BENCH!
We will be at the DLAT meeting April 4th and 5th in Grapevine, Texas.
Register here!

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Cade Tippett, CDT.

]]> 50: Tipping the Ortho Scales : Interview with Cade Tippett CDT about Ortho and Texas Part 1 https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/50 e550b1eb-4340-4a7d-b5d4-652eaa9b3622 Mon, 11 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 50 Tipping the Ortho Scales : Interview with Cade Tippett CDT about Ortho and Texas Part 1 full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner From deep in the heart of Texas, Cade Tippett CDT owns an ortho lab, runs a popular YouTube channel showing ortho techniques, and still has time to work closely with the Dental Laboratories Association of Texas. 38:36 no Milestone episode 50! Elvis and Barb welcome a new guest to the podcast. Cade Tippett CDT is a ortho technician out of Texas. He stays very busy with his lab, his YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/RetainerDesigner), and being the Association and Conference Administrator" for the DLAT (Dental Laboratory Association of Texas). Join us as Cade teaches two non-ortho dental technicians about their important part in our industry! The interview Cade Tippett and Steve Szara did with Barb and Elvis! COME SEE VOICES FROM THE BENCH! We will be at the DLAT meeting April 4th and 5th in Grapevine, Texas. Register here! (https://members.dlat.org/membership/) A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast. Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Special Guest: Cade Tippett, CDT. dental laboratory, dentist, data, Ortho, orthodontics, Texas, DLAT, wires, braces, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Milestone episode 50!

Elvis and Barb welcome a new guest to the podcast. Cade Tippett CDT is a ortho technician out of Texas. He stays very busy with his lab, his YouTube Channel , and being the Association and Conference Administrator" for the DLAT (Dental Laboratory Association of Texas).
Join us as Cade teaches two non-ortho dental technicians about their important part in our industry!

The interview Cade Tippett and Steve Szara did with Barb and Elvis!

COME SEE VOICES FROM THE BENCH!
We will be at the DLAT meeting April 4th and 5th in Grapevine, Texas.
Register here!

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Cade Tippett, CDT.

]]> Milestone episode 50!

Elvis and Barb welcome a new guest to the podcast. Cade Tippett CDT is a ortho technician out of Texas. He stays very busy with his lab, his YouTube Channel , and being the Association and Conference Administrator" for the DLAT (Dental Laboratory Association of Texas).
Join us as Cade teaches two non-ortho dental technicians about their important part in our industry!

The interview Cade Tippett and Steve Szara did with Barb and Elvis!

COME SEE VOICES FROM THE BENCH!
We will be at the DLAT meeting April 4th and 5th in Grapevine, Texas.
Register here!

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

Special Guest: Cade Tippett, CDT.

]]> 49: LIVE from Las Vegas! : A collection of interviews from the 2019 Vision 21 meeting (VFTB49) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/49 620629fb-f8f2-4fff-b479-911c0b5d75cb Mon, 04 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 49 LIVE from Las Vegas! : A collection of interviews from the 2019 Vision 21 meeting (VFTB49) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner The Vision 21 meeting in Las Vegas every January is one of the best business management meetings in our industry. Voices From the Bench was fortunate enough to be able to record a handful of attendees during the breaks to find out why they come to Vision 21 every year and what you missed not being there. 45:20 no Live from Vision 21 2019! These brave individuals came forth to be at our first experience recording live face-to-face. In order of us recording them: Kristine Brown – Knight Dental Group (https://www.knightdentalgroup.com/) Sean Siegel – Castable Ceramics (https://www.castableceramics.com/) Shawn Nowak – Nowak Dental Supplies (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Iain McFarlane - Carbon (https://www.carbon3d.com/) Martha Martin – Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) Rebecca Wade, CDT – DSG Clearwater (https://www.dentalservices.net/labs/dsg-clearwater/) Tony Circelli - Kulzer Precious Metal Refining (https://www.kulzerus.com/en_us/en_us/heraeuspreciousmetalsrefining/scraprefining.aspx) Heather Voss, CDT – Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) Gary Iocco – Dimension Dental Design (https://apexlabgroup.com/) Morris Fucarino, CDT - Majestic Dental Arts Lejon Meteer – Ivoclar Vivadent (https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/) Travis Zick - Mayclin Dental Studio (https://apexlabgroup.com/) Denise Burris - By Design Dental Studio (https://www.facebook.com/bydesignds/) We hope to see you all at next year's Vision 21 meeting! A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast. Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com (https://www.nowakdental.com/) dental laboratory, dentist, vision 21, las vegas, nowak dental supplies, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Live from Vision 21 2019! These brave individuals came forth to be at our first experience recording live face-to-face.
In order of us recording them:

Kristine Brown – Knight Dental Group
Sean Siegel – Castable Ceramics
Shawn Nowak – Nowak Dental Supplies
Iain McFarlane - Carbon
Martha Martin – Triad Dental Studio
Rebecca Wade, CDT – DSG Clearwater
Tony Circelli - Kulzer Precious Metal Refining
Heather Voss, CDT – Legacy Dental Arts
Gary Iocco – Dimension Dental Design
Morris Fucarino, CDT - Majestic Dental Arts
Lejon Meteer – Ivoclar Vivadent
Travis Zick - Mayclin Dental Studio
Denise Burris - By Design Dental Studio

We hope to see you all at next year's Vision 21 meeting!

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

]]> Live from Vision 21 2019! These brave individuals came forth to be at our first experience recording live face-to-face.
In order of us recording them:

Kristine Brown – Knight Dental Group
Sean Siegel – Castable Ceramics
Shawn Nowak – Nowak Dental Supplies
Iain McFarlane - Carbon
Martha Martin – Triad Dental Studio
Rebecca Wade, CDT – DSG Clearwater
Tony Circelli - Kulzer Precious Metal Refining
Heather Voss, CDT – Legacy Dental Arts
Gary Iocco – Dimension Dental Design
Morris Fucarino, CDT - Majestic Dental Arts
Lejon Meteer – Ivoclar Vivadent
Travis Zick - Mayclin Dental Studio
Denise Burris - By Design Dental Studio

We hope to see you all at next year's Vision 21 meeting!

A BIG thanks to our sponsor Nowak Dental Supplies for their support of the podcast.
Give them a call at 800-654-7623 or visit their website at nowakdental.com

]]> Episode 48: Four Technicians Talking About 3D Printing - A Roundtable Discussion Part 2 (VFTB48) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/48 5fc6a8fc-9756-427d-ba88-8152556d86c2 Mon, 25 Feb 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 48 Four Technicians Talking About 3D Printing - A Roundtable Discussion Part 2 (VFTB48) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We continue last week's Roundtable discussion about 3D printing. They talk about outsourcing to other labs, how printing effects labor, what they would recommend, and what's next for them and their labs. 33:36 no We are pleased to bring back the Roundtable from last week to finish the discussion on 3D printing. The fantastic guests are: Tony Prestipino- Artifex Dental Laboratories in Washington DC Carbon M2D (https://www.carbon3d.com/) Michael Tanaka-Tanaka Dental Lab in Torrance, CA Carbon (https://www.carbon3d.com/) Kulzer Cara (https://www.kulzer.com/en/int/cad_cam_5/3d_printer/cara_print.aspx) Stratasys Object 30 (https://www.stratasys.com/3d-printers) Ken Kincaid –Bismarck/Mandan Dental Lab in Bismarck, North Dakota BEGO Varseo (https://usa.bego.com/3d-printing/3d-printer/3d-printer-varseo-s/) MiiCraft (https://3ddds.net/3d-printers/) Ackuretta Diplo (https://3ddds.net/3d-printers/) Laura Sanders, MDT - Studio32 Dental Arts in Amarillo, TX BEGO Varseo (https://usa.bego.com/3d-printing/3d-printer/3d-printer-varseo-s/) Whipmix Asiga Max (https://whipmix.com/products/asiga-max/) Contact Nowak Dental Supplies at 800-654-7623 or at nowakdental.com for all your laboratory needs. Tell them you heard them here on Voices From the Bench! Nowak Dental Supplies (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Special Guests: Ken Kincaid CDT, TE, Laura Sanders, MDT, CDT, Michael Tanaka, and Tony Prestipino, CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Cal-Lab, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, LMT Lab Day, 3D Printing, Carbon, BEGO, Asiga, MiiCraft, Ackuretta, Stratasys, Kulzer, resins We are pleased to bring back the Roundtable from last week to finish the discussion on 3D printing. The fantastic guests are:

Tony Prestipino- Artifex Dental Laboratories in Washington DC
Carbon M2D

Michael Tanaka-Tanaka Dental Lab in Torrance, CA
Carbon
Kulzer Cara
Stratasys Object 30

Ken Kincaid –Bismarck/Mandan Dental Lab in Bismarck, North Dakota
BEGO Varseo
MiiCraft
Ackuretta Diplo

Laura Sanders, MDT - Studio32 Dental Arts in Amarillo, TX
BEGO Varseo
Whipmix Asiga Max

Contact Nowak Dental Supplies at 800-654-7623 or at nowakdental.com for all your laboratory needs. Tell them you heard them here on Voices From the Bench!
Nowak Dental Supplies

Special Guests: Ken Kincaid CDT, TE, Laura Sanders, MDT, CDT, Michael Tanaka, and Tony Prestipino, CDT.

]]> We are pleased to bring back the Roundtable from last week to finish the discussion on 3D printing. The fantastic guests are:

Tony Prestipino- Artifex Dental Laboratories in Washington DC
Carbon M2D

Michael Tanaka-Tanaka Dental Lab in Torrance, CA
Carbon
Kulzer Cara
Stratasys Object 30

Ken Kincaid –Bismarck/Mandan Dental Lab in Bismarck, North Dakota
BEGO Varseo
MiiCraft
Ackuretta Diplo

Laura Sanders, MDT - Studio32 Dental Arts in Amarillo, TX
BEGO Varseo
Whipmix Asiga Max

Contact Nowak Dental Supplies at 800-654-7623 or at nowakdental.com for all your laboratory needs. Tell them you heard them here on Voices From the Bench!
Nowak Dental Supplies

Special Guests: Ken Kincaid CDT, TE, Laura Sanders, MDT, CDT, Michael Tanaka, and Tony Prestipino, CDT.

]]> 47: Four Technicians Talking About 3D Printing - A Roundtable Discussion Part 1 (VFTB47) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/47 0969ebf8-71b3-4a7b-a341-a5c6402a2101 Mon, 18 Feb 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 47 Four Technicians Talking About 3D Printing - A Roundtable Discussion Part 1 (VFTB47) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week brings back the Roundtable discussion. Four dental technicians gather around the table to talk about 3d printing in their labs. Real technicians using different printers every day on real cases. 36:32 no Four different technicians from four different labs gather together to talk about 3d printing. We talk about equipment, resins, and workflow and how it has impacted their labs and lives. Joining us are: Tony Prestipino- Artifex Dental Laboratories in Washington DC Carbon M2D (https://www.carbon3d.com/) Michael Tanaka-Tanaka Dental Lab in Torrance, CA Carbon (https://www.carbon3d.com/) Kulzer Cara (https://www.kulzer.com/en/int/cad_cam_5/3d_printer/cara_print.aspx) Stratasys Object 30 (https://www.stratasys.com/3d-printers) Ken Kincaid –Bismarck/Mandan Dental Lab in Bismarck, North Dakota BEGO Varseo (https://usa.bego.com/3d-printing/3d-printer/3d-printer-varseo-s/) MiiCraft (https://3ddds.net/3d-printers/) Ackuretta Diplo (https://3ddds.net/3d-printers/) Laura Sanders, MDT - Studio32 Dental Arts in Amarillo, TX BEGO Varseo (https://usa.bego.com/3d-printing/3d-printer/3d-printer-varseo-s/) Whipmix Asiga Max (https://whipmix.com/products/asiga-max/) Stop by the Nowak Dental Supplies booth at Cal-Lab and booth B-47 in the main exhibit hall at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019! Tell them you heard them here on Voices From the Bench! Nowak Dental Supplies (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Come see Voices From the Bench at LMT Lab Day on Friday afternoon and all day Saturday! Special Guests: Ken Kincaid CDT, TE, Laura Sanders, MDT, CDT, Michael Tanaka, and Tony Prestipino, CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Cal-Lab, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, LMT Lab Day, 3D Printing, Carbon, BEGO, Asiga, MiiCraft, Ackuretta, Stratasys, Kulzer, resins Four different technicians from four different labs gather together to talk about 3d printing. We talk about equipment, resins, and workflow and how it has impacted their labs and lives. Joining us are:

Tony Prestipino- Artifex Dental Laboratories in Washington DC
Carbon M2D

Michael Tanaka-Tanaka Dental Lab in Torrance, CA
Carbon
Kulzer Cara
Stratasys Object 30

Ken Kincaid –Bismarck/Mandan Dental Lab in Bismarck, North Dakota
BEGO Varseo
MiiCraft
Ackuretta Diplo

Laura Sanders, MDT - Studio32 Dental Arts in Amarillo, TX
BEGO Varseo
Whipmix Asiga Max

Stop by the Nowak Dental Supplies booth at Cal-Lab and booth B-47 in the main exhibit hall at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019! Tell them you heard them here on Voices From the Bench!
Nowak Dental Supplies

Come see Voices From the Bench at LMT Lab Day on Friday afternoon and all day Saturday!

Special Guests: Ken Kincaid CDT, TE, Laura Sanders, MDT, CDT, Michael Tanaka, and Tony Prestipino, CDT.

]]> Four different technicians from four different labs gather together to talk about 3d printing. We talk about equipment, resins, and workflow and how it has impacted their labs and lives. Joining us are:

Tony Prestipino- Artifex Dental Laboratories in Washington DC
Carbon M2D

Michael Tanaka-Tanaka Dental Lab in Torrance, CA
Carbon
Kulzer Cara
Stratasys Object 30

Ken Kincaid –Bismarck/Mandan Dental Lab in Bismarck, North Dakota
BEGO Varseo
MiiCraft
Ackuretta Diplo

Laura Sanders, MDT - Studio32 Dental Arts in Amarillo, TX
BEGO Varseo
Whipmix Asiga Max

Stop by the Nowak Dental Supplies booth at Cal-Lab and booth B-47 in the main exhibit hall at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019! Tell them you heard them here on Voices From the Bench!
Nowak Dental Supplies

Come see Voices From the Bench at LMT Lab Day on Friday afternoon and all day Saturday!

Special Guests: Ken Kincaid CDT, TE, Laura Sanders, MDT, CDT, Michael Tanaka, and Tony Prestipino, CDT.

]]> Episode 46: The Denture Man Cometh: Interview with James Angelone Part 2 (VFTB46) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/46 f7d9ddb5-960e-4419-bf43-63f9699fb047 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 46 The Denture Man Cometh: Interview with James Angelone Part 2 (VFTB46) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We welcome back to the podcast James Angelone, The Denture Man, as he shares with us some of the many techniques he has picked up working chairside for many years. 30:04 no The Denture Man spends so much time chairside and speaking with dentist that Elvis and Barb felt we could pick his brain for some tips technicians could use when working with dentists. James Angelone talks about impression materials, acrylics, denture teeth, and bloody surgeries. Material and Equipment that James talks about: Impregum™ Soft Polyether Impression Material from 3M (https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/all-3m-products/~/impregum-penta-soft-Impregum-Soft-Polyether-Impression-Material/?N=5002385+3294768485&rt=rud) COE-FLEX® Polysulfide Impression Material from GC America (http://www.gcamerica.com/products/operatory/COE-FLEX/) IvoBase Injector Precision Processing from Ivoclar Vivadent (https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/explore/sr-ivobase) SR Phonares II teeth from Ivoclar Vivadent (https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/explore/sr-phonares-ii) BlueLine DCL A-D teeth from Ivoclar Vivadent (https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/explore/blueline-dcl-ad) Cal-Lab Association Meeting February 21 & 22 (http://cal-lab.org/annual-meeting/) Elvis and Barb welcome an exiting new partnership with Nowak Dental Supplies. Please check them out at Cal-Lab and booth B-47 in the main exhibit hall at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019! Nowak Dental Supplies (https://www.nowakdental.com/) Special Guest: James Angelone “The Denture Man” . dental, dental laboratory, dentist, LMT, Lab Day, Chicago, technician, exhibit hall, denture man, dentures, impressions, Kettenbach, Impression, podcast, voices from the bench, Nowak Dental Supplies The Denture Man spends so much time chairside and speaking with dentist that Elvis and Barb felt we could pick his brain for some tips technicians could use when working with dentists. James Angelone talks about impression materials, acrylics, denture teeth, and bloody surgeries.

Material and Equipment that James talks about:
Impregum™ Soft Polyether Impression Material from 3M

COE-FLEX® Polysulfide Impression Material from GC America

IvoBase Injector Precision Processing from Ivoclar Vivadent

SR Phonares II teeth from Ivoclar Vivadent

BlueLine DCL A-D teeth from Ivoclar Vivadent

Cal-Lab Association Meeting February 21 & 22

Elvis and Barb welcome an exiting new partnership with Nowak Dental Supplies. Please check them out at Cal-Lab and booth B-47 in the main exhibit hall at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019!
Nowak Dental Supplies

Special Guest: James Angelone “The Denture Man” .

]]> The Denture Man spends so much time chairside and speaking with dentist that Elvis and Barb felt we could pick his brain for some tips technicians could use when working with dentists. James Angelone talks about impression materials, acrylics, denture teeth, and bloody surgeries.

Material and Equipment that James talks about:
Impregum™ Soft Polyether Impression Material from 3M

COE-FLEX® Polysulfide Impression Material from GC America

IvoBase Injector Precision Processing from Ivoclar Vivadent

SR Phonares II teeth from Ivoclar Vivadent

BlueLine DCL A-D teeth from Ivoclar Vivadent

Cal-Lab Association Meeting February 21 & 22

Elvis and Barb welcome an exiting new partnership with Nowak Dental Supplies. Please check them out at Cal-Lab and booth B-47 in the main exhibit hall at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019!
Nowak Dental Supplies

Special Guest: James Angelone “The Denture Man” .

]]> 45: The Denture Man Cometh: Interview with James Angelone Part 1 (VFTB45) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/45 9d10aed4-bc78-4bc0-bf03-71ccedff510f Mon, 04 Feb 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 45 The Denture Man Cometh: Interview with James Angelone Part 1 (VFTB45) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis and Barb sit down with James Angelone "The Denture Man" to find out how a 11-year Marine Vet can become a highly skilled removable technician that teaches alongside a Prosthodontist. 28:55 no We welcome James Angelone "The Denture Man" to the podcast for part 1 of his interview. James has a fascinating tale of how he went from the Marines to teaching worldwide with a Prosthodontist. He shares what he has learned working clinically with technicians that don't always get the chance. Webinar on Impression Materials, Techniques, and Laboratory Tips with Dr. Anthony Deliberato and James Angelone (http://www.kettenbachusalearning.com/member/classroom.asp?x_classID=3665) How to get amazing impressions with Dr. Anthony Deliberato and James Angelone video (https://www.aegisdentalnetwork.com/videos/kettenbach-march-video-deliberto-angelone/) LMT Lab Day Chicago • Febuary 21 - 23 (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday) (Be sure to visit Voices From the Bench at our booth in the exhibit hall) 2019 NBC CDT Fest • February 22, 2019 • 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. CST • Hyatt Regency Chicago (https://nbccert.org/news/index.cfm?#n2516) 2019 DLAT Southwest Conference and Expo • April 5 & 6 • Grapevine, Tx (https://members.dlat.org/membership/2019/01/conference-registration-portal-is-now-open/) (Be sure to visit Voices From the Bench at our booth in Lounge) Special Guest: James Angelone “The Denture Man” . dental, dental laboratory, dentist, LMT, Lab Day, Chicago, technician, exhibit hall, denture man, dentures, impressions, Kettenbach, Straumann, podcast, voices from the bench We welcome James Angelone "The Denture Man" to the podcast for part 1 of his interview. James has a fascinating tale of how he went from the Marines to teaching worldwide with a Prosthodontist. He shares what he has learned working clinically with technicians that don't always get the chance.

Webinar on Impression Materials, Techniques, and Laboratory Tips with Dr. Anthony Deliberato and James Angelone

How to get amazing impressions with Dr. Anthony Deliberato and James Angelone video

LMT Lab Day Chicago • Febuary 21 - 23
(Be sure to visit Voices From the Bench at our booth in the exhibit hall)

2019 NBC CDT Fest • February 22, 2019 • 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. CST • Hyatt Regency Chicago

2019 DLAT Southwest Conference and Expo • April 5 & 6 • Grapevine, Tx
(Be sure to visit Voices From the Bench at our booth in Lounge)

Special Guest: James Angelone “The Denture Man” .

]]> We welcome James Angelone "The Denture Man" to the podcast for part 1 of his interview. James has a fascinating tale of how he went from the Marines to teaching worldwide with a Prosthodontist. He shares what he has learned working clinically with technicians that don't always get the chance.

Webinar on Impression Materials, Techniques, and Laboratory Tips with Dr. Anthony Deliberato and James Angelone

How to get amazing impressions with Dr. Anthony Deliberato and James Angelone video

LMT Lab Day Chicago • Febuary 21 - 23
(Be sure to visit Voices From the Bench at our booth in the exhibit hall)

2019 NBC CDT Fest • February 22, 2019 • 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. CST • Hyatt Regency Chicago

2019 DLAT Southwest Conference and Expo • April 5 & 6 • Grapevine, Tx
(Be sure to visit Voices From the Bench at our booth in Lounge)

Special Guest: James Angelone “The Denture Man” .

]]> 44: LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Preview: Behind the scenes with Jenny Abbott-Cole & Becky Tyre https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/44 04ac10ea-196d-40b3-a828-ca7d0bf85fae Mon, 28 Jan 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 44 LMT Lab Day Chicago 2019 Preview: Behind the scenes with Jenny Abbott-Cole & Becky Tyre full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we have a conversation with the two ladies that make Lab Day Chicago happen. Jenny Abbott-Cole and Becky Tyre from LMT magazine join Elvis and Barb to talk about the biggest and greatest event in the dental laboratory industry. Join us as we chat about how that event and other Lab Days around the country work and the people behind them. 30:31 no We have a special treat this week. As most of us prepare for LMT Lab Day Chicago in February, Barb and Elvis wanted to talk to the ones that pull off this massive event every year. Jenny Abbott-Cole & Becky Tyre from LMT magazine tell us about what it takes to pull off such a fantastic event. These two ladies have a huge job to do and every year it seems to go off with out a hitch. If you haven’t already registered for this FREE event. Do it now. LMT Lab Day Chicago February 21 to 23 (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday) If you are there, come see us as we record LIVE at LMT Lab Day Chicago in the exhibit hall Friday and Saturday! Email us (info@voicesfromthebench.com) if you are interested in lining up a time to record CAL-LAB Meeting - February 21 & 22 (http://cal-lab.org/annual-meeting/) NADL Winter DAZE - February 23 (https://nadl.org/events/winter-daze/2019/) CDT Fest : second annual Certified Dental Technician (CDT) appreciation event in conjunction with LMT Lab Day Chicago (https://nbccert.org/news/index.cfm?#n2516) Special Guests: Becky Tyre and Jenny Abbott-Cole . dental, dental laboratory, dentist, LMT, Lab Day, Chicago, technician, exhibit hall, podcast, voices from the bench We have a special treat this week. As most of us prepare for LMT Lab Day Chicago in February, Barb and Elvis wanted to talk to the ones that pull off this massive event every year. Jenny Abbott-Cole & Becky Tyre from LMT magazine tell us about what it takes to pull off such a fantastic event. These two ladies have a huge job to do and every year it seems to go off with out a hitch. If you haven’t already registered for this FREE event. Do it now.

LMT Lab Day Chicago February 21 to 23

If you are there, come see us as we record LIVE at LMT Lab Day Chicago in the exhibit hall Friday and Saturday!

[Email us](info@voicesfromthebench.com) if you are interested in lining up a time to record

CAL-LAB Meeting - February 21 & 22

NADL Winter DAZE - February 23

CDT Fest : second annual Certified Dental Technician (CDT) appreciation event in conjunction with LMT Lab Day Chicago

Special Guests: Becky Tyre and Jenny Abbott-Cole .

]]> We have a special treat this week. As most of us prepare for LMT Lab Day Chicago in February, Barb and Elvis wanted to talk to the ones that pull off this massive event every year. Jenny Abbott-Cole & Becky Tyre from LMT magazine tell us about what it takes to pull off such a fantastic event. These two ladies have a huge job to do and every year it seems to go off with out a hitch. If you haven’t already registered for this FREE event. Do it now.

LMT Lab Day Chicago February 21 to 23

If you are there, come see us as we record LIVE at LMT Lab Day Chicago in the exhibit hall Friday and Saturday!

[Email us](info@voicesfromthebench.com) if you are interested in lining up a time to record

CAL-LAB Meeting - February 21 & 22

NADL Winter DAZE - February 23

CDT Fest : second annual Certified Dental Technician (CDT) appreciation event in conjunction with LMT Lab Day Chicago

Special Guests: Becky Tyre and Jenny Abbott-Cole .

]]> Episode 43: Inside Inside Dental Technology: Interview with Valerie Berger & Pam Johnson Part 2 (VFTB43) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/43 d8bc751e-e419-4dea-b60e-f3bc995c2021 Mon, 21 Jan 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 43 Inside Inside Dental Technology: Interview with Valerie Berger & Pam Johnson Part 2 (VFTB43) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we continue the conversation with Valerie Berger and Pam Johnson from IDT magazine. These two ladies deserve the spotlight for what they do for our industry. We talk about their online content, trends in our industry, and one of Barb’s favorite event of the year. 32:34 no We are joined once again by Valerie Berger and Pam Johnson from IDT magazine. Aside from the great monthly magazine these two do so much for our industry. In this part of the interview they talk about their online content, some of the great events they put out, trends they see, and why they feel that it’s important to give back to our industry. IDT online! (https://www.aegisdentalnetwork.com/idt) Check out some of the great things these women in technology say about the WIDT Breakfast: https://www.aegisdentalnetwork.com/idt/videos/widt-chicago-breakfast-2018/?fbclid=IwAR1BDJDl29DYYEbT7j8jYCj1Toee19apJQMkEIp6y3OBtV1oPLRWE3kkCNQ Interested in going? Email Valerie to register at vberger@aegiscomm.com Special Guests: Pam Johnson and Valerie Berger . dental laboratory, dentist, data, IDT, Inside dental technology, magazine, technician, podcast, voices from the bench We are joined once again by Valerie Berger and Pam Johnson from IDT magazine. Aside from the great monthly magazine these two do so much for our industry. In this part of the interview they talk about their online content, some of the great events they put out, trends they see, and why they feel that it’s important to give back to our industry.

IDT online!

Check out some of the great things these women in technology say about the WIDT Breakfast:

https://www.aegisdentalnetwork.com/idt/videos/widt-chicago-breakfast-2018/?fbclid=IwAR1BDJDl29DYYEbT7j8jYCj1Toee19apJQMkEIp6y3OBtV1oPLRWE3kkCNQ

Interested in going? Email Valerie to register at vberger@aegiscomm.com

Special Guests: Pam Johnson and Valerie Berger .

]]> We are joined once again by Valerie Berger and Pam Johnson from IDT magazine. Aside from the great monthly magazine these two do so much for our industry. In this part of the interview they talk about their online content, some of the great events they put out, trends they see, and why they feel that it’s important to give back to our industry.

IDT online!

Check out some of the great things these women in technology say about the WIDT Breakfast:

https://www.aegisdentalnetwork.com/idt/videos/widt-chicago-breakfast-2018/?fbclid=IwAR1BDJDl29DYYEbT7j8jYCj1Toee19apJQMkEIp6y3OBtV1oPLRWE3kkCNQ

Interested in going? Email Valerie to register at vberger@aegiscomm.com

Special Guests: Pam Johnson and Valerie Berger .

]]> Episode 42: Inside Inside Dental Technology: Interview with Valerie Berger & Pam Johnson Part 1 (VFTB42) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/42 526e6b00-d7ad-4ed0-ae45-7053eeeb9ec9 Mon, 14 Jan 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 42 Inside Inside Dental Technology: Interview with Valerie Berger & Pam Johnson Part 1 (VFTB42) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We welcome Valerie Berger and Pam Johnson from IDT (Inside Dental Technology) magazine on the podcast. Part one of this conversation has Valerie and Pam talking about the early days of IDT and some insights they notice about our industry from the publisher's point of view. 29:47 no Episode 42 brings us a new interview with Valerie Berger (Vice President) and Pam Johnson (Founding Editor) from IDT Magazine. They tell us about the early days of starting the magazine, how they stay relevant in an ever growing industry, and what goes in to making such a great magazine. IDT Magazine (https://www.aegisdentalnetwork.com/idt) Vision 21 Meeting (Come out Wednesday, January 16th!) (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26 (https://voicesofdentistry.com/) Special Guests: Pam Johnson and Valerie Berger . dental laboratory, dentist, data, IDT, Inside dental technology, magazine, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Episode 42 brings us a new interview with Valerie Berger (Vice President) and Pam Johnson (Founding Editor) from IDT Magazine. They tell us about the early days of starting the magazine, how they stay relevant in an ever growing industry, and what goes in to making such a great magazine.

IDT Magazine

Vision 21 Meeting (Come out Wednesday, January 16th!)

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26

Special Guests: Pam Johnson and Valerie Berger .

]]> Episode 42 brings us a new interview with Valerie Berger (Vice President) and Pam Johnson (Founding Editor) from IDT Magazine. They tell us about the early days of starting the magazine, how they stay relevant in an ever growing industry, and what goes in to making such a great magazine.

IDT Magazine

Vision 21 Meeting (Come out Wednesday, January 16th!)

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26

Special Guests: Pam Johnson and Valerie Berger .

]]> Episode 41: Grab a Chair for the Chairperson: Interview with Jim Gorgol and Cal-Lab Part 2(VFTB41) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/41 d9bb8c6f-50f4-40c4-b66b-5ff4f41c0c8f Mon, 07 Jan 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 41 Grab a Chair for the Chairperson: Interview with Jim Gorgol and Cal-Lab Part 2(VFTB41) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner As we embark on a new year we are joined once again by Jim Gorgol, CDT talking about the Cal-Lab Association. This amazing meeting organized by a great group of board members every February is worth your interest. 29:33 no With a powerful board of directors, Jim Gorgol CDT, sits as the Chairperson of the Cal-Lab Association. In part 2 of our conversation Jim tells us more about what goes into putting on one of the greatest meetings of the year. Listen for a special message from our friends at The Dental Hacks Podcast! Cal-Lab Association (http://cal-lab.org/) 93rd Annual Meeting Feburary 21 - 22, 2019 (http://cal-lab.org/annual-meeting/) Elvis and Barb on The Dental Hacks Podcast (http://dentalhacks.com/podcasts/elvis-dahl-cdt-and-barb-wojdan-cdt-from-the-voices-from-the-bench-podcast-dhd18) Special Guest: James (Jim) Gorgol, CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Cal-Lab, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, Vision 21 With a powerful board of directors, Jim Gorgol CDT, sits as the Chairperson of the Cal-Lab Association. In part 2 of our conversation Jim tells us more about what goes into putting on one of the greatest meetings of the year.

Listen for a special message from our friends at The Dental Hacks Podcast!

Cal-Lab Association

93rd Annual Meeting Feburary 21 - 22, 2019

Elvis and Barb on The Dental Hacks Podcast

Special Guest: James (Jim) Gorgol, CDT.

]]> With a powerful board of directors, Jim Gorgol CDT, sits as the Chairperson of the Cal-Lab Association. In part 2 of our conversation Jim tells us more about what goes into putting on one of the greatest meetings of the year.

Listen for a special message from our friends at The Dental Hacks Podcast!

Cal-Lab Association

93rd Annual Meeting Feburary 21 - 22, 2019

Elvis and Barb on The Dental Hacks Podcast

Special Guest: James (Jim) Gorgol, CDT.

]]> Episode 40: Grab a Chair for the Chairperson: Interview with Jim Gorgol and Cal-Lab Part 1(VFTB40) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/40 9672ba48-5c26-4805-a080-c844df59d913 Mon, 31 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 40 Grab a Chair for the Chairperson: Interview with Jim Gorgol and Cal-Lab Part 1(VFTB40) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis and Barb end 2018 with an All-Star guest. Jim Gorgol, CDT from Distinctive Dental Studio and current Chairperson of the Cal-Lab Association shares how a series of "not too bright" decisions has turned him into one of the most well-respected leaders in our industry. 31:25 no Jim Gorgol CDT, owner of Distinctive Dental Studio and current Chairperson of the Cal-Lab Association, joins Elvis and Barb on the last episode of 2018. Part 1 has Jim talking about how he got into the industry, his lab, and the Cal-Lab Association. Cal-Lab Association (http://cal-lab.org/) Vision 21 - January 16 - 19 in Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Harley-Davidson® Raffle Ticket (http://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/ticket/) LIKE us on Facebook! (https://www.facebook.com/Voicesfromthebench/) Special Guest: James (Jim) Gorgol, CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Cal-Lab, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, Vision 21 Jim Gorgol CDT, owner of Distinctive Dental Studio and current Chairperson of the Cal-Lab Association, joins Elvis and Barb on the last episode of 2018. Part 1 has Jim talking about how he got into the industry, his lab, and the Cal-Lab Association.

Cal-Lab Association

Vision 21 - January 16 - 19 in Las Vegas

Harley-Davidson® Raffle Ticket

LIKE us on Facebook!

Special Guest: James (Jim) Gorgol, CDT.

]]> Jim Gorgol CDT, owner of Distinctive Dental Studio and current Chairperson of the Cal-Lab Association, joins Elvis and Barb on the last episode of 2018. Part 1 has Jim talking about how he got into the industry, his lab, and the Cal-Lab Association.

Cal-Lab Association

Vision 21 - January 16 - 19 in Las Vegas

Harley-Davidson® Raffle Ticket

LIKE us on Facebook!

Special Guest: James (Jim) Gorgol, CDT.

]]> Episode 39: The Art of Working Together- A Conversation with Alex and Danielle Wünsche Part 2 (VFTB39) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/39 e8cd7dcb-b671-4fbb-8abd-8520b21db7c5 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 39 The Art of Working Together- A Conversation with Alex and Danielle Wünsche Part 2 (VFTB39) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner It’s like a bad version of Home Alone as Barb lets Elvis go solo on this Christmas Eve 2018 episode. He welcomes back to the show Alex and Danielle Wünsche to talk more about how they work together to run a successful boutique lab in Miami. 28:26 no Alex and Danielle Wünsche are back on the podcast continuing the conversation about how they together run a 50 year old lab in Miami. From looking for new clients to hiring new employees, these two offer some great insights in to a successful boutique lab. Be sure to listen all the way to the end to learn why Barb needs to be on every episode. :) Zahntechnique (http://zahnlab.com/) Jan 12, 2019 Hands-On Course: Dominating Aesthetics utilizing 3D Printed Dentures with Composite Characterization (https://zahninstitute.eventsmart.com/events/11219/) Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale (https://voicesofdentistry.com/) Special Guests: Alexander Wünsche CDT and Danielle Wünsche. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Zahntechnique, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, Vision 21, voices of dentistry Alex and Danielle Wünsche are back on the podcast continuing the conversation about how they together run a 50 year old lab in Miami. From looking for new clients to hiring new employees, these two offer some great insights in to a successful boutique lab.

Be sure to listen all the way to the end to learn why Barb needs to be on every episode. :)

Zahntechnique

Jan 12, 2019 Hands-On Course: Dominating Aesthetics utilizing 3D Printed Dentures with Composite Characterization

Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale

Special Guests: Alexander Wünsche CDT and Danielle Wünsche.

]]> Alex and Danielle Wünsche are back on the podcast continuing the conversation about how they together run a 50 year old lab in Miami. From looking for new clients to hiring new employees, these two offer some great insights in to a successful boutique lab.

Be sure to listen all the way to the end to learn why Barb needs to be on every episode. :)

Zahntechnique

Jan 12, 2019 Hands-On Course: Dominating Aesthetics utilizing 3D Printed Dentures with Composite Characterization

Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale

Special Guests: Alexander Wünsche CDT and Danielle Wünsche.

]]> Episode 38: The Art of Working Together- A Conversation with Alex and Danielle Wünsche Part 1 (VFTB38) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/38 eabad1ed-1c2c-4c5d-9174-165f33b523d7 Mon, 17 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 38 The Art of Working Together- A Conversation with Alex and Danielle Wünsche Part 1 (VFTB38) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Joining us this week is an amazing couple that run a boutique lab in Miami. Alex and Danielle Wünsche have found a way to succeed at both working tougher and living together. The secret seems to be having hobbies outside of the industry that you can do together and apart. 35:13 no This week Elvis and Barb are joined by Alex and Danielle Wünsche from Zahntechnique in Miami. Alex speaks to both doctors and lab technicians so often that it seems odd when he is not on stage at a convention. Their story about how they met and what they do to run a successful boutique lab together is both inspiring and entertaining. Zahntechnique (http://zahnlab.com/) Jan 12, 2019 Hands-On Course: Dominating Aesthetics utilizing 3D Printed Dentures with Composite Characterization (https://zahninstitute.eventsmart.com/events/11219/) Special Guests: Alexander Wünsche CDT and Danielle Wünsche. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Zahntechnique, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, Vision 21 This week Elvis and Barb are joined by Alex and Danielle Wünsche from Zahntechnique in Miami. Alex speaks to both doctors and lab technicians so often that it seems odd when he is not on stage at a convention. Their story about how they met and what they do to run a successful boutique lab together is both inspiring and entertaining.

Zahntechnique

Jan 12, 2019 Hands-On Course: Dominating Aesthetics utilizing 3D Printed Dentures with Composite Characterization

Special Guests: Alexander Wünsche CDT and Danielle Wünsche.

]]> This week Elvis and Barb are joined by Alex and Danielle Wünsche from Zahntechnique in Miami. Alex speaks to both doctors and lab technicians so often that it seems odd when he is not on stage at a convention. Their story about how they met and what they do to run a successful boutique lab together is both inspiring and entertaining.

Zahntechnique

Jan 12, 2019 Hands-On Course: Dominating Aesthetics utilizing 3D Printed Dentures with Composite Characterization

Special Guests: Alexander Wünsche CDT and Danielle Wünsche.

]]> Episode 37: The Power of Positive Involvement: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage Talk About the NADL Part 2 (VFTB37) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/37 eb000651-bd76-4ace-b018-1ef2ab0a16c0 Mon, 10 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 37 The Power of Positive Involvement: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage Talk About the NADL Part 2 (VFTB37) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We continue with Bennett Napier and Bob Savage talking about getting involved with the NADL, signing up for the NADL University, and Vision 21 meeting. The importance of being involved in the industry is as important as being involved in your own lab. Join us for part 2 of this great conversation. #strongertogether 28:39 no We are joined again by Bennett Napier from Partners in Association Management and Bob Savage from Drake Precision Dental Laboratories (and current NADL president) to talk about the benefits and connections one can make from getting involved with the NADL. We also talk about two of the greatest events that NADL puts on, Vision 21 and NADL University. NADL (https://nadl.org/home-page.cfm) NBC (https://nbccert.org/homepage.cfm) The Foundation of Dental Technology (http://dentallabfoundation.org/) LMT LAB DAY Chicago 2019 (https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday) Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) NADL University - 2019 Dates Not Yet Announced (https://nadl.org/events/nadl-university/2018/) Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale (https://voicesofdentistry.com/) FOCUS MAGAZINE (https://www.fdla.net/focus/) Special Guests: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, NBC, NADL, Foundation, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, Vision 21 We are joined again by Bennett Napier from Partners in Association Management and Bob Savage from Drake Precision Dental Laboratories (and current NADL president) to talk about the benefits and connections one can make from getting involved with the NADL. We also talk about two of the greatest events that NADL puts on, Vision 21 and NADL University.

NADL
NBC
The Foundation of Dental Technology

LMT LAB DAY Chicago 2019

Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas

NADL University - 2019 Dates Not Yet Announced

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale

FOCUS MAGAZINE

Special Guests: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage.

]]> We are joined again by Bennett Napier from Partners in Association Management and Bob Savage from Drake Precision Dental Laboratories (and current NADL president) to talk about the benefits and connections one can make from getting involved with the NADL. We also talk about two of the greatest events that NADL puts on, Vision 21 and NADL University.

NADL
NBC
The Foundation of Dental Technology

LMT LAB DAY Chicago 2019

Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas

NADL University - 2019 Dates Not Yet Announced

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale

FOCUS MAGAZINE

Special Guests: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage.

]]> Episode 36: The Power of Positive Involvement: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage Talk About the NADL Part 1 (VFTB36) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/36 73c9931c-a735-490b-8f78-5419bd7f7087 Mon, 03 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 36 The Power of Positive Involvement: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage Talk About the NADL Part 1 (VFTB36) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A talented group of volunteers donate their time to help our industry succeed by participating on the NADL, NBC, and the Foundation. Bennett Napier is the one who helps guide the board’s decisions to do the best good. Bob Savage is the 2018 NADL President who has offered his services and talent to help strengthen our industry during his time on the board. This week they talk about how they got in to our industry and all the great things the NADL does and why they do it. 29:49 no This week starts an interview that Barb and Elvis both have been wanting to do since we started the podcast. Bennett Napier and Bob Savage join us to talk all about the NADL, NBC, and the Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology. Bennett Napier from Partners in Association Management talks about running an association full of crazy lab techs and Bob Savage from Drake Precision Dental Laboratories (and current NADL president) talks about how he got into the business and why he feels it is important to give back to an industry that has given him so much. NADL (https://nadl.org/home-page.cfm) NBC (https://nbccert.org/homepage.cfm) The Foundation of Dental Technology (http://dentallabfoundation.org/) Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) NADL Univerity - 2019 Not Announced Yet (https://nadl.org/events/nadl-university/2018/) Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale (https://voicesofdentistry.com/) Special Guests: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, NBC, NADL, Foundation, technician, podcast, voices from the bench, Vision 21 This week starts an interview that Barb and Elvis both have been wanting to do since we started the podcast. Bennett Napier and Bob Savage join us to talk all about the NADL, NBC, and the Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology. Bennett Napier from Partners in Association Management talks about running an association full of crazy lab techs and Bob Savage from Drake Precision Dental Laboratories (and current NADL president) talks about how he got into the business and why he feels it is important to give back to an industry that has given him so much.

NADL
NBC
The Foundation of Dental Technology

Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas

NADL Univerity - 2019 Not Announced Yet

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale

Special Guests: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage.

]]> This week starts an interview that Barb and Elvis both have been wanting to do since we started the podcast. Bennett Napier and Bob Savage join us to talk all about the NADL, NBC, and the Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology. Bennett Napier from Partners in Association Management talks about running an association full of crazy lab techs and Bob Savage from Drake Precision Dental Laboratories (and current NADL president) talks about how he got into the business and why he feels it is important to give back to an industry that has given him so much.

NADL
NBC
The Foundation of Dental Technology

Visions 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 - Las Vegas

NADL Univerity - 2019 Not Announced Yet

Voices of Dentistry - January 25 & 26, 2019 - Scottsdale

Special Guests: Bennett Napier and Bob Savage.

]]> Episode 35: Data Worthy of Every Lab: An Interview with John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg from LabWorthy Part 2 (VFTB35) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/35 bc4ed243-2e31-4e8d-b734-7588fed5bcbf Mon, 26 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 35 Data Worthy of Every Lab: An Interview with John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg from LabWorthy Part 2 (VFTB35) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Join us for part 2 of the conversation we had with LabWorthy. John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg get into some obvious and not so obvious trends they see in the dental laboratory industry. Hint, It’s not always about price. 31:54 no John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg continue talking with us about the data they have collected and what trends they see in our industry. They also describe the process needed to sign up and start your path to better client retention. Check out LabWorthy's interesting Blog (https://www.mrktmetrics.com/blog) Sign up with the code VFTB for an addional 20% off! LabWorthy.com (https://www.mrktmetrics.com/lab) Special Guests: John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg. dental laboratory, dentist, data, marketing, turnover, technician, podcast, voices from the bench John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg continue talking with us about the data they have collected and what trends they see in our industry. They also describe the process needed to sign up and start your path to better client retention.

Check out LabWorthy's interesting Blog

Sign up with the code VFTB for an addional 20% off!
LabWorthy.com

Special Guests: John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg.

]]> John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg continue talking with us about the data they have collected and what trends they see in our industry. They also describe the process needed to sign up and start your path to better client retention.

Check out LabWorthy's interesting Blog

Sign up with the code VFTB for an addional 20% off!
LabWorthy.com

Special Guests: John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg.

]]> Episode 34: Data Worthy of Every Lab: An Interview with John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg from LabWorthy Part 1 (VFTB34) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/34 ce4f4b8c-5428-4f36-bd74-db42bb16a0f8 Mon, 19 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 34 Data Worthy of Every Lab: An Interview with John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg from LabWorthy Part 1 (VFTB34) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Two gentlemen from LabWorthy, John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg, sit down with Elvis and Barb to discuss a method of collecting data from your current client base to see what how a lab can improve and compare to industry trends. 34:00 no Joining us this week are John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg from a company called LabWorthy. This new interview begins with how LabWorthy works with dental laboratories to collect data and to successfully use that data to understand better what their clients want. . Check out LabWorthy's interesting Blog (https://www.mrktmetrics.com/blog) Sign up with the code VFTB for an addional 20% off! LabWorthy.com (https://www.mrktmetrics.com/lab) Special Guests: John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg. dental laboratory, dentist, data, marketing, turnover, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Joining us this week are John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg from a company called LabWorthy. This new interview begins with how LabWorthy works with dental laboratories to collect data and to successfully use that data to understand better what their clients want. .

Check out LabWorthy's interesting Blog

Sign up with the code VFTB for an addional 20% off!
LabWorthy.com

Special Guests: John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg.

]]> Joining us this week are John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg from a company called LabWorthy. This new interview begins with how LabWorthy works with dental laboratories to collect data and to successfully use that data to understand better what their clients want. .

Check out LabWorthy's interesting Blog

Sign up with the code VFTB for an addional 20% off!
LabWorthy.com

Special Guests: John Schwartz and Trevor Willenberg.

]]> Episode 33: A Better State of Mind: A Roundtable Conversation About State Regulation Part 2 (VFTB33) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/33 9557f34f-323e-4355-b89c-f547b66d116d Mon, 12 Nov 2018 04:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 33 A Better State of Mind: A Roundtable Conversation About State Regulation Part 2 (VFTB33) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We continue the Roundtable with Tim Stevenson CDT, President of the Florida Dental Laboratory Association, Chris Delarm CDT, President of the Washington State Dental Laboratory Association, and Lonni Thompson CDT, President of the Ohio Dental Laboratory discussing the struggles of getting a state regulated. 33:11 no We continue our roundtable discussion on state associations and regulation. Joining us again are: Tim Stevenson CDT- FDLA, Florida Dental Laboratory Association Chris Delarm CDT - WSDLA, Washington State Dental Laboratory Association Lonni Thompson CDT - ODLA, Ohio Dental Laboratory Association These wonderful technicians volunteer their time to help their State Dental Laboratory Association as the President. Two states are still fighting to get the regulation needed to ensure that labs are held accountable while the other is already doing it. These three share their experiences with each other in a great conversation that gives hope to many more states. Florida Dental Laboratory Association (https://www.fdla.net/) Washington State Dental Laboratory Association (https://www.wsdla.com/) Ohio Dental Laboratory Association (https://www.wsdla.com/) Correction - Florida Dental Laboratories are NOT inspected by the same inspectors that check resturants. They are inspected by the Department of Health that does other medical facilities. Special Guests: Chris Delarm, CDT, Lonni J. Thompson, CDT, and Tim Stevenson, CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, state association, ohio, Washington state, Florida, technician, podcast, voices from the bench We continue our roundtable discussion on state associations and regulation. Joining us again are:

Tim Stevenson CDT- FDLA, Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Chris Delarm CDT - WSDLA, Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Lonni Thompson CDT - ODLA, Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

These wonderful technicians volunteer their time to help their State Dental Laboratory Association as the President. Two states are still fighting to get the regulation needed to ensure that labs are held accountable while the other is already doing it. These three share their experiences with each other in a great conversation that gives hope to many more states.

Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

Correction - Florida Dental Laboratories are NOT inspected by the same inspectors that check resturants. They are inspected by the Department of Health that does other medical facilities.

Special Guests: Chris Delarm, CDT, Lonni J. Thompson, CDT, and Tim Stevenson, CDT.

]]> We continue our roundtable discussion on state associations and regulation. Joining us again are:

Tim Stevenson CDT- FDLA, Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Chris Delarm CDT - WSDLA, Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Lonni Thompson CDT - ODLA, Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

These wonderful technicians volunteer their time to help their State Dental Laboratory Association as the President. Two states are still fighting to get the regulation needed to ensure that labs are held accountable while the other is already doing it. These three share their experiences with each other in a great conversation that gives hope to many more states.

Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

Correction - Florida Dental Laboratories are NOT inspected by the same inspectors that check resturants. They are inspected by the Department of Health that does other medical facilities.

Special Guests: Chris Delarm, CDT, Lonni J. Thompson, CDT, and Tim Stevenson, CDT.

]]> Episode 32: A Better State of Mind: A Roundtable Conversation About State Regulation Part 1 (VFTB32) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/32 4f748475-d006-4111-991d-4fde6bff0318 Mon, 05 Nov 2018 04:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 32 A Better State of Mind: A Roundtable Conversation About State Regulation Part 1 (VFTB32) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We are finally back to the Roundtable conversation. Joining Elvis are Tim Stevenson CDT, President of the Florida Dental Laboratory Association, Chris Delarm CDT, President of the Washington State Dental Laboratory Association, and Lonni Thompson CDT, President of the Ohio Dental Laboratory Association talking about their states and where they are at in continuing or getting them regulated. 32:29 no We are so pleased to bring back a Roundtable episode. Through pain, glitches, and errors we finally got gathering of Presidents join us to talk about their various state associations and while one is regulated the other two are still fighting. Joining us at the table are: Tim Stevenson CDT- FDLA, Florida Dental Laboratory Association Chris Delarm CDT - WSDLA, Washington State Dental Laboratory Association Lonni Thompson CDT - ODLA, Ohio Dental Laboratory Association A lot of experience sits at this table and they share their understandings and observations from within their State Associations. Florida Dental Laboratory Association (https://www.fdla.net/) Washington State Dental Laboratory Association (https://www.wsdla.com/) Ohio Dental Laboratory Association (https://www.wsdla.com/) Special Guests: Chris Delarm, CDT, Lonni J. Thompson, CDT, and Tim Stevenson, CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, state association, ohio, Washington state, Florida, technician, podcast, voices from the bench We are so pleased to bring back a Roundtable episode. Through pain, glitches, and errors we finally got gathering of Presidents join us to talk about their various state associations and while one is regulated the other two are still fighting. Joining us at the table are:

Tim Stevenson CDT- FDLA, Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Chris Delarm CDT - WSDLA, Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Lonni Thompson CDT - ODLA, Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

A lot of experience sits at this table and they share their understandings and observations from within their State Associations.

Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

Special Guests: Chris Delarm, CDT, Lonni J. Thompson, CDT, and Tim Stevenson, CDT.

]]> We are so pleased to bring back a Roundtable episode. Through pain, glitches, and errors we finally got gathering of Presidents join us to talk about their various state associations and while one is regulated the other two are still fighting. Joining us at the table are:

Tim Stevenson CDT- FDLA, Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Chris Delarm CDT - WSDLA, Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Lonni Thompson CDT - ODLA, Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

A lot of experience sits at this table and they share their understandings and observations from within their State Associations.

Florida Dental Laboratory Association
Washington State Dental Laboratory Association
Ohio Dental Laboratory Association

Special Guests: Chris Delarm, CDT, Lonni J. Thompson, CDT, and Tim Stevenson, CDT.

]]> Episode 31: The Framework To a Family That Works Together: A conversation with the Naas Family Part 2 (VFTB31) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/31 1017aaf0-1f9c-448b-aa31-daae3b303876 Mon, 29 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 31 The Framework To a Family That Works Together: A conversation with the Naas Family Part 2 (VFTB31) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We continue our conversation with Jeremiah CDT,DTG and Amanda Naas from Inverness Dental Arts. This married couple (with kids) have created a successful removable lab specializing in RPD frameworks. Jeremiah is so good at it that he speaks publicly at conventions. But this family still desires more and has started the long and rewarding process of becoming a denturist. 32:48 no Raised in a dental lab that his parents created in a shack, Jeremiah and Amanda Naas have become one of the most well-known removable labs that specialize in RPB Frameworks. From a full-service dental lab to a future denturist, this married couple that works together and raises kids together are an inspiration to us all. Join us on part 2 of a conversation that has us talking about public speaking, the difficulty of keeping prices where they should be, and the decision to become a denturist in a different state. American Denturist School (https://americandenturistschool.com/) The National Denturist Association (https://nationaldenturist.com/) Look for Von Wednesdays Here! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/DamagedGoodsUnite/) Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!! NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Special Guest: Jeremiah, CDT, DTG and Amanda Naas . dental, dental laboratory, dentist, RPD, framework, Inverness, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Raised in a dental lab that his parents created in a shack, Jeremiah and Amanda Naas have become one of the most well-known removable labs that specialize in RPB Frameworks. From a full-service dental lab to a future denturist, this married couple that works together and raises kids together are an inspiration to us all. Join us on part 2 of a conversation that has us talking about public speaking, the difficulty of keeping prices where they should be, and the decision to become a denturist in a different state.

American Denturist School
The National Denturist Association

Look for Von Wednesdays Here!

Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!!
NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guest: Jeremiah, CDT, DTG and Amanda Naas .

]]> Raised in a dental lab that his parents created in a shack, Jeremiah and Amanda Naas have become one of the most well-known removable labs that specialize in RPB Frameworks. From a full-service dental lab to a future denturist, this married couple that works together and raises kids together are an inspiration to us all. Join us on part 2 of a conversation that has us talking about public speaking, the difficulty of keeping prices where they should be, and the decision to become a denturist in a different state.

American Denturist School
The National Denturist Association

Look for Von Wednesdays Here!

Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!!
NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guest: Jeremiah, CDT, DTG and Amanda Naas .

]]> Episode 30: The Framework To a Family That Works Together: A conversation with the Naas Family Part 1 (VFTB30) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/30 efa253a8-8c7d-4419-9afe-ecdc35ecd78e Mon, 22 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 30 The Framework To a Family That Works Together: A conversation with the Naas Family Part 1 (VFTB30) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We are joined by the owners of Inverness Dental Arts in Florida. Jeremiah and Amanda Naas (Naas Incorporated!) are a husband and wife team killing it in the removable laboratory business. This couple/team have built up their lab to be a leader with RPD frameworks. Owning a higher-end removable lab has allowed them to grow together and find a balance of work and home. Join us as we talk to one of the coolest couples in our industry. 32:10 no Elvis and Barb start a wonderful conversation with Jeremiah CDT,DTG and Amanda Naas from Inverness Dental Arts. This family has built a removable laboratory is a unique way specializing in RPD metal frameworks. We talk about how the lab started, how they met, and what it takes to be successful at work and at home. But their adventure is just begining....... Show Links: RetainerDesigner YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/RetainerDesigner/featured) Elvis & Barb interviewed LIVE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQc-8Yn9C8k) Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!! NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Special Guest: Jeremiah, CDT, DTG and Amanda Naas . dental, dental laboratory, dentist, RPD, framework, Inverness, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Elvis and Barb start a wonderful conversation with Jeremiah CDT,DTG and Amanda Naas from Inverness Dental Arts. This family has built a removable laboratory is a unique way specializing in RPD metal frameworks. We talk about how the lab started, how they met, and what it takes to be successful at work and at home. But their adventure is just begining.......

Show Links:
RetainerDesigner YouTube Channel
Elvis & Barb interviewed LIVE

Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!!
NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guest: Jeremiah, CDT, DTG and Amanda Naas .

]]> Elvis and Barb start a wonderful conversation with Jeremiah CDT,DTG and Amanda Naas from Inverness Dental Arts. This family has built a removable laboratory is a unique way specializing in RPD metal frameworks. We talk about how the lab started, how they met, and what it takes to be successful at work and at home. But their adventure is just begining.......

Show Links:
RetainerDesigner YouTube Channel
Elvis & Barb interviewed LIVE

Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!!
NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guest: Jeremiah, CDT, DTG and Amanda Naas .

]]> Episode 29: By The Grace of Dental Marketing : Interview with Grace Rizza of Identity Dental Marketing (VFTB29) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/29 c7c3246f-d624-4df7-a68c-35158a1fc558 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 29 By The Grace of Dental Marketing : Interview with Grace Rizza of Identity Dental Marketing (VFTB29) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis is joined by Grace Rizza, Founder and CEO of Identity Dental Marketing, talking about the dental laboratories’ role in dentist marketing to patients. Grace and her team work with dentist and their staff to help them better market their practice. Does that also work for dental laboratories? Is there some way we can all work together to accomplish a common goal? 31:38 no Grace Rizza, the Founder and CEO of Identity Dental Marketing, comes on the podcast to talk about her role in helping dentist market to patients. But Elvis asks her to speak on how dental laboratories can play a bigger role in the “big picture”. Grace offers a unique perspective on how dentist market to patients giving dental laboratories a few ideas on how we can either help dentist advertise or how we can advertise to dentist. https://identitydental.com/ https://www.facebook.com/DentalMarketingWithGrace/ The Business Bite with Grace Rizza Podcast (https://anchor.fm/thebusinessbite) RetainerDesigner YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/RetainerDesigner/featured) Elvis & Barb interviewed LIVE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQc-8Yn9C8k) Bob Savage's Triathlon Race to Raise Money For Dental Trade Alliance Foundation (https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/ironman-florida-2018/dtaf) Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!! NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Special Guest: Grace Rizza. dental, dental laboratory, identity dental, marketing, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Grace Rizza, the Founder and CEO of Identity Dental Marketing, comes on the podcast to talk about her role in helping dentist market to patients. But Elvis asks her to speak on how dental laboratories can play a bigger role in the “big picture”. Grace offers a unique perspective on how dentist market to patients giving dental laboratories a few ideas on how we can either help dentist advertise or how we can advertise to dentist.

https://identitydental.com/
https://www.facebook.com/DentalMarketingWithGrace/
The Business Bite with Grace Rizza Podcast

RetainerDesigner YouTube Channel
Elvis & Barb interviewed LIVE

Bob Savage's Triathlon Race to Raise Money For Dental Trade Alliance Foundation

Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!!
NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guest: Grace Rizza.

]]> Grace Rizza, the Founder and CEO of Identity Dental Marketing, comes on the podcast to talk about her role in helping dentist market to patients. But Elvis asks her to speak on how dental laboratories can play a bigger role in the “big picture”. Grace offers a unique perspective on how dentist market to patients giving dental laboratories a few ideas on how we can either help dentist advertise or how we can advertise to dentist.

https://identitydental.com/
https://www.facebook.com/DentalMarketingWithGrace/
The Business Bite with Grace Rizza Podcast

RetainerDesigner YouTube Channel
Elvis & Barb interviewed LIVE

Bob Savage's Triathlon Race to Raise Money For Dental Trade Alliance Foundation

Come see Elvis & Barb in Las Vegas!!!
NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guest: Grace Rizza.

]]> Episode 28: Let's Get Digital with Removable Workflows: Interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT Part 2 (VFTB28) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/28 7f5f9fae-0d41-4c51-a182-216a64bcdbaa Mon, 08 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 28 Let's Get Digital with Removable Workflows: Interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT Part 2 (VFTB28) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We continue last week’s interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT from Dentgnostix about integrating digital in the removable workflow. Plus, they speak on the differences between the United States and other countries regarding dental technology. 35:58 no Elvis and Barb continue a fascinating interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT as they speak more about integrating digital technology with in the removable department. With a consulting company called Dentgnostix these two are going to be some important technicians to keep an eye on as the removable industry shifts to a more digital workflow. NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Special Guests: Robert Kreyer CDT and Yulia Gafurov CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, digital, Dentgnostix, denture, Avadent, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Elvis and Barb continue a fascinating interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT as they speak more about integrating digital technology with in the removable department. With a consulting company called Dentgnostix these two are going to be some important technicians to keep an eye on as the removable industry shifts to a more digital workflow.

NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guests: Robert Kreyer CDT and Yulia Gafurov CDT.

]]> Elvis and Barb continue a fascinating interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT as they speak more about integrating digital technology with in the removable department. With a consulting company called Dentgnostix these two are going to be some important technicians to keep an eye on as the removable industry shifts to a more digital workflow.

NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas

Special Guests: Robert Kreyer CDT and Yulia Gafurov CDT.

]]> Episode 27: Let's Get Digital with Removable Workflows: Interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT Part 1 (VFTB27) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/27 ffe545a6-95d3-4b2c-a7eb-e847451e1771 Mon, 01 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 27 Let's Get Digital with Removable Workflows: Interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT Part 1 (VFTB27) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis and Barb kick off a brand new interview about the digital transformation of denture workflows with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT from Dentgnostix in Danville California. Both come from traditional backgrounds and both believe that the digital workflow is the future of removable restorations. 33:04 no Straight off the heels of the International Digital Denture Symposium in Phoenix Arizona, we talk with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT from a consulting and digital removable laboratory called Dentgnostix. While they believe the digital denture is the future, their experience also tells them there is more than one way to integrate a digital workflow in your laboratory. Join us for part 1 of this interesting perspective. JDT article from Oct 2017 by Robert Kreyer, CDT and Kathleen Catanzaro, CDT (https://nadl.org/userfiles/files/Technical-from%20JDT_10_17.pdf) "New technologies and approaches are merging the physical, digital, and biological worlds in ways that will fundamentally transform humankind. The extent to which that transformation is positive will depend on how we navigate the risks and opportunities that arise along the way." -Klaus Schwab Special Guests: Robert Kreyer CDT and Yulia Gafurov CDT. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, digital, Dentgnostix, denture, Avadent, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Straight off the heels of the International Digital Denture Symposium in Phoenix Arizona, we talk with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT from a consulting and digital removable laboratory called Dentgnostix. While they believe the digital denture is the future, their experience also tells them there is more than one way to integrate a digital workflow in your laboratory. Join us for part 1 of this interesting perspective.

JDT article from Oct 2017 by Robert Kreyer, CDT and Kathleen Catanzaro, CDT

"New technologies and approaches are merging the physical, digital, and biological worlds in ways that will fundamentally transform humankind. The extent to which that transformation is positive will depend on how we navigate the risks and opportunities that arise along the way."
-Klaus Schwab

Special Guests: Robert Kreyer CDT and Yulia Gafurov CDT.

]]> Straight off the heels of the International Digital Denture Symposium in Phoenix Arizona, we talk with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT from a consulting and digital removable laboratory called Dentgnostix. While they believe the digital denture is the future, their experience also tells them there is more than one way to integrate a digital workflow in your laboratory. Join us for part 1 of this interesting perspective.

JDT article from Oct 2017 by Robert Kreyer, CDT and Kathleen Catanzaro, CDT

"New technologies and approaches are merging the physical, digital, and biological worlds in ways that will fundamentally transform humankind. The extent to which that transformation is positive will depend on how we navigate the risks and opportunities that arise along the way."
-Klaus Schwab

Special Guests: Robert Kreyer CDT and Yulia Gafurov CDT.

]]> Episode 26: Breathe Easy: A Chat About the Air Quality in Dental Laboratories Part 2 (VFTB26) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/26 ce8aff76-0f66-4702-a752-5b03f96486da Mon, 24 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 26 Breathe Easy: A Chat About the Air Quality in Dental Laboratories Part 2 (VFTB26) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner On our half a year anniversary, we continue a conversation about cleaning up the air in dental laboratories. Tad, Blake, and Mike talk about the specifics of how this little box can have your breathing easier in a cleaner environment. 31:33 no On our 26th episode (half a year goes by so quick) we continue talking with some fellows from Fellowes. Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth talk about how they cleaned up Tad Friess' lab with a wall mounted box called the AeraMax Professional and how easy it is to do the same for your lab. Rockert Dental Case Study (http://cleanair.aeramaxpro.com/rockert-dental-testimonial) About AeraMax Professional - Website (https://aeramaxpro.com/industries/dental-labs/) Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to improve indoor air quality. We help wellness caretakers address air concerns with products that easily integrate into their facilities, using responsive technology for simplicity, from a foundation of proven innovation leadership. AeraMax Professional is manufactured by Fellowes Brands which employs more than 1,500 people throughout the world and has operations in sixteen countries. Founded in 1917 by Harry Fellowes and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Fellowes products are now readily available in more than 100 countries across the globe. Business Insider Article – Most Unhealthy Jobs in America (https://www.businessinsider.com/most-unhealthy-jobs-in-america-2017-4?r=UK&IR=T#) Special Guests: Blake Bobosky , Mike Booth, and Tad Friess. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, air quality, fellowes, AeraMax, technician, podcast, voices from the bench On our 26th episode (half a year goes by so quick) we continue talking with some fellows from Fellowes. Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth talk about how they cleaned up Tad Friess' lab with a wall mounted box called the AeraMax Professional and how easy it is to do the same for your lab.

Rockert Dental Case Study

About AeraMax Professional - Website
Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to improve indoor air quality.

We help wellness caretakers address air concerns with products that easily integrate into their facilities, using responsive technology for simplicity, from a foundation of proven innovation leadership. AeraMax Professional is manufactured by Fellowes Brands which employs more than 1,500 people throughout the world and has operations in sixteen countries. Founded in 1917 by Harry Fellowes and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Fellowes products are now readily available in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Business Insider Article – Most Unhealthy Jobs in America

Special Guests: Blake Bobosky , Mike Booth, and Tad Friess.

]]> On our 26th episode (half a year goes by so quick) we continue talking with some fellows from Fellowes. Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth talk about how they cleaned up Tad Friess' lab with a wall mounted box called the AeraMax Professional and how easy it is to do the same for your lab.

Rockert Dental Case Study

About AeraMax Professional - Website
Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to improve indoor air quality.

We help wellness caretakers address air concerns with products that easily integrate into their facilities, using responsive technology for simplicity, from a foundation of proven innovation leadership. AeraMax Professional is manufactured by Fellowes Brands which employs more than 1,500 people throughout the world and has operations in sixteen countries. Founded in 1917 by Harry Fellowes and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Fellowes products are now readily available in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Business Insider Article – Most Unhealthy Jobs in America

Special Guests: Blake Bobosky , Mike Booth, and Tad Friess.

]]> Episode 25: Breathe Easy: A Chat About the Air Quality in Dental Laboratories Part 1 (VFTB25) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/25 59640e23-4782-4b7e-b553-db1647001a42 Mon, 17 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 25 Breathe Easy: A Chat About the Air Quality in Dental Laboratories Part 1 (VFTB25) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Tad Friess introduces Elvis and Barb to two gentlemen looking to clean up the air in dental laboratories. Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth let us know that there is clean air at the end of our dusty tunnel. 32:26 no This week starts off a new conversation about the air quality in our dental laboratories. Tad Friess from Rockert Dental Studio brings Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth from Fellowes to talk about a proven way to clean up our air. But first we have to talk about how bad it is. Rockert Dental Case Study (http://cleanair.aeramaxpro.com/rockert-dental-testimonial) About AeraMax Professional - Website (https://aeramaxpro.com/industries/dental-labs/) Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to improve indoor air quality. We help wellness caretakers address air concerns with products that easily integrate into their facilities, using responsive technology for simplicity, from a foundation of proven innovation leadership. AeraMax Professional is manufactured by Fellowes Brands which employs more than 1,500 people throughout the world and has operations in sixteen countries. Founded in 1917 by Harry Fellowes and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Fellowes products are now readily available in more than 100 countries across the globe. Business Insider Article – Most Unhealthy Jobs in America (https://www.businessinsider.com/most-unhealthy-jobs-in-america-2017-4?r=UK&IR=T#) Special Guests: Blake Bobosky , Mike Booth, and Tad Friess. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, air quality, fellowes, AeraMax, technician, podcast, voices from the bench This week starts off a new conversation about the air quality in our dental laboratories. Tad Friess from Rockert Dental Studio brings Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth from Fellowes to talk about a proven way to clean up our air. But first we have to talk about how bad it is.

Rockert Dental Case Study

About AeraMax Professional - Website
Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to improve indoor air quality.

We help wellness caretakers address air concerns with products that easily integrate into their facilities, using responsive technology for simplicity, from a foundation of proven innovation leadership. AeraMax Professional is manufactured by Fellowes Brands which employs more than 1,500 people throughout the world and has operations in sixteen countries. Founded in 1917 by Harry Fellowes and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Fellowes products are now readily available in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Business Insider Article – Most Unhealthy Jobs in America

Special Guests: Blake Bobosky , Mike Booth, and Tad Friess.

]]> This week starts off a new conversation about the air quality in our dental laboratories. Tad Friess from Rockert Dental Studio brings Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth from Fellowes to talk about a proven way to clean up our air. But first we have to talk about how bad it is.

Rockert Dental Case Study

About AeraMax Professional - Website
Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to improve indoor air quality.

We help wellness caretakers address air concerns with products that easily integrate into their facilities, using responsive technology for simplicity, from a foundation of proven innovation leadership. AeraMax Professional is manufactured by Fellowes Brands which employs more than 1,500 people throughout the world and has operations in sixteen countries. Founded in 1917 by Harry Fellowes and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Fellowes products are now readily available in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Business Insider Article – Most Unhealthy Jobs in America

Special Guests: Blake Bobosky , Mike Booth, and Tad Friess.

]]> Episode 24: A Passion for the Patient: An Interview With a Tech & a Doctor From Aspen Dental Part 2 (VFTB24) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/24 e2b2d14b-f551-45e6-94f9-b0408d448c27 Mon, 10 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 24 A Passion for the Patient: An Interview With a Tech & a Doctor From Aspen Dental Part 2 (VFTB24) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We welcome back Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi to episode 24! They continue to tell us about Aspen and how they stand behind technicians becoming CDTs, the difference between Aspen management and the clinics, and why giving back is important to Aspen’s value. 28:01 no This week’s episode is part 2 of the interview with Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen. They continue talking about giving back to the community, explain why Aspen values their technicians by promoting CDTs, and explain Aspen’s recruitment and why a technician would want to work there. Link to Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi’s news interview about Day Of Service (https://www.wkyc.com/mobile/video/home/dr-jere-gillan-dr-anita-imadomwanyi-a-way-to-help-us-vets-save-and-smile-522018/95-8114674) Bridget killing it at the triathlon!! Special Guests: Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi . dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Aspen, Jamaica, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench This week’s episode is part 2 of the interview with Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen. They continue talking about giving back to the community, explain why Aspen values their technicians by promoting CDTs, and explain Aspen’s recruitment and why a technician would want to work there.

Link to Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi’s news interview about Day Of Service

Bridget killing it at the triathlon!!

Special Guests: Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi .

]]> This week’s episode is part 2 of the interview with Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen. They continue talking about giving back to the community, explain why Aspen values their technicians by promoting CDTs, and explain Aspen’s recruitment and why a technician would want to work there.

Link to Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi’s news interview about Day Of Service

Bridget killing it at the triathlon!!

Special Guests: Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi .

]]> Episode 23: A Passion for the Patient: An Interview With a Tech & a Doctor From Aspen Dental Part 1 (VFTB23) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/23 c7df161e-22f7-4913-81a6-d9aa3f5dfd1c Mon, 03 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 23 A Passion for the Patient: An Interview With a Tech & a Doctor From Aspen Dental Part 1 (VFTB23) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Barb and Elvis welcome Bridget Boudreau CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi to talk about all things Aspen Dental. These passionate individuals prove that not all corporate labs are about numbers. 30:56 no On today's episode we have part 1 of an interview with Bridget Boudreau CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen Dental. They tell us the story on how they got into the industry, the valuable training that Aspen is able to provide, and how much they give back to the industry and public. Bridget's Jamacia Photos: Harley-Davidson® Raffle Ticket (http://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/ticket/) Special Guests: Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi . dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Aspen, Jamaica, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench On today's episode we have part 1 of an interview with Bridget Boudreau CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen Dental. They tell us the story on how they got into the industry, the valuable training that Aspen is able to provide, and how much they give back to the industry and public.

Bridget's Jamacia Photos:

Harley-Davidson® Raffle Ticket

Special Guests: Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi .

]]> On today's episode we have part 1 of an interview with Bridget Boudreau CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen Dental. They tell us the story on how they got into the industry, the valuable training that Aspen is able to provide, and how much they give back to the industry and public.

Bridget's Jamacia Photos:

Harley-Davidson® Raffle Ticket

Special Guests: Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi .

]]> Episode 22: The Denturist Movement: A Removable Profession of Specialist - Interview Part 2 (VFTB22) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/22 1e80c479-6ef3-4dce-9262-eb8116931000 Mon, 27 Aug 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 22 The Denturist Movement: A Removable Profession of Specialist - Interview Part 2 (VFTB22) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We follow up last week's interview with Patrick and Todd talking about their typical day, how to become a denturist, and the power of an association. 32:33 no Joining us again are Patrick Allen LD from Maine and Todd Young BS LD from Oregon. These two Denturist are on to talk about a career path that a lot of people don't know about. This episode has them talking about how one can become a denturist, their typical day, and what the association is doing to change the way we see denturist. National Denturist Association (https://nationaldenturist.com/) National Denturist Conference - October 10 - 13 (https://nationaldenturist.com/events) Oregon State Denturist Association (https://www.oregondenturist.org/) Maine Licensed Denturist Association (http://www.mainelda.com/) American Denturist School (http://www.americandenturistschool.com/) Special Guests: Patrick Allen, LD and Todd Young, BS LD. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, denturist, maine, oregon, podcast, technician, denturism Joining us again are Patrick Allen LD from Maine and Todd Young BS LD from Oregon. These two Denturist are on to talk about a career path that a lot of people don't know about. This episode has them talking about how one can become a denturist, their typical day, and what the association is doing to change the way we see denturist.

National Denturist Association
National Denturist Conference - October 10 - 13

Oregon State Denturist Association
Maine Licensed Denturist Association

American Denturist School

Special Guests: Patrick Allen, LD and Todd Young, BS LD.

]]> Joining us again are Patrick Allen LD from Maine and Todd Young BS LD from Oregon. These two Denturist are on to talk about a career path that a lot of people don't know about. This episode has them talking about how one can become a denturist, their typical day, and what the association is doing to change the way we see denturist.

National Denturist Association
National Denturist Conference - October 10 - 13

Oregon State Denturist Association
Maine Licensed Denturist Association

American Denturist School

Special Guests: Patrick Allen, LD and Todd Young, BS LD.

]]> Episode 21: The Denturist Movement: A Removable Profession of Specialist - Interview Part 1 (VFTB21) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/21 42de19b3-5f38-43e6-92d5-83dfeb1b4ded Mon, 20 Aug 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 21 The Denturist Movement: A Removable Profession of Specialist - Interview Part 1 (VFTB21) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A very interesting topic is discussed on this episode, Denturism. We had a fascinating conversation with two licensed denturists that talk about how they got in to the field, what a denturist is, and the history of the profession. 31:00 no Joining Elvis and Barb are two Licensed Denturist, Patrick Allen and Todd Young, to discuss an aspect of our industry that is both fascinating and not well known to the public. From Patrick Allen: The NDA and MLDA provide a resource to educate the general public about the denturist profession. Both of these organizations serve their members with continuing education and professional development opportunities as well as focusing on the growth and expansion of the profession. The NDA hosts a fall conference each year in Las Vegas and the MLDA hosts an annual conference at the beginning of June in Bangor, ME. Denturism is regulated in 6 states currently – Maine, Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, and Arizona and with the demand for dentures growing by the day and the access to quality care struggling to keep pace, the conditions are becoming rapidly favorable for the expansion of the profession. This is an incredible opportunity for the skilled dental technicians out there to expand their knowledge and take an even greater role the prosthetic treatment process. National Denturist Association (https://nationaldenturist.com/) National Denturist Conference - October 10 - 13 (https://nationaldenturist.com/events) Oregon State Denturist Association (https://www.oregondenturist.org/) Maine Licensed Denturist Association (http://www.mainelda.com/) American Denturist School (http://www.americandenturistschool.com/) Denturist: Birth of a Profession Book (https://www.amazon.com/Denturists-Birth-of-a-Profession/dp/0889256675) - Sadly not very available Special Guests: Patrick Allen, LD and Todd Young, BS LD. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Denturist, Oregon, Main technician, podcast, voices from the bench Joining Elvis and Barb are two Licensed Denturist, Patrick Allen and Todd Young, to discuss an aspect of our industry that is both fascinating and not well known to the public.

From Patrick Allen:

The NDA and MLDA provide a resource to educate the general public about the denturist profession. Both of these organizations serve their members with continuing education and professional development opportunities as well as focusing on the growth and expansion of the profession. The NDA hosts a fall conference each year in Las Vegas and the MLDA hosts an annual conference at the beginning of June in Bangor, ME.

Denturism is regulated in 6 states currently – Maine, Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, and Arizona and with the demand for dentures growing by the day and the access to quality care struggling to keep pace, the conditions are becoming rapidly favorable for the expansion of the profession. This is an incredible opportunity for the skilled dental technicians out there to expand their knowledge and take an even greater role the prosthetic treatment process.

National Denturist Association
National Denturist Conference - October 10 - 13

Oregon State Denturist Association
Maine Licensed Denturist Association

American Denturist School

Denturist: Birth of a Profession Book - Sadly not very available

Special Guests: Patrick Allen, LD and Todd Young, BS LD.

]]> Joining Elvis and Barb are two Licensed Denturist, Patrick Allen and Todd Young, to discuss an aspect of our industry that is both fascinating and not well known to the public.

From Patrick Allen:

The NDA and MLDA provide a resource to educate the general public about the denturist profession. Both of these organizations serve their members with continuing education and professional development opportunities as well as focusing on the growth and expansion of the profession. The NDA hosts a fall conference each year in Las Vegas and the MLDA hosts an annual conference at the beginning of June in Bangor, ME.

Denturism is regulated in 6 states currently – Maine, Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, and Arizona and with the demand for dentures growing by the day and the access to quality care struggling to keep pace, the conditions are becoming rapidly favorable for the expansion of the profession. This is an incredible opportunity for the skilled dental technicians out there to expand their knowledge and take an even greater role the prosthetic treatment process.

National Denturist Association
National Denturist Conference - October 10 - 13

Oregon State Denturist Association
Maine Licensed Denturist Association

American Denturist School

Denturist: Birth of a Profession Book - Sadly not very available

Special Guests: Patrick Allen, LD and Todd Young, BS LD.

]]> Episode 20: Lead With Passion and Everything Else Will Follow: Interview with Von Grow Part 3 (VFTB20) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/20 e1a83f90-1b62-4f02-9715-0c59ddb67811 Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 20 Lead With Passion and Everything Else Will Follow: Interview with Von Grow Part 3 (VFTB20) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We wrap up this great interview with Von Grow. Part 3 has Von talking about how one becomes a part of DTG and the power of positivity on social media. 29:47 no We end our 3 part interview with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio as he talks about how a technician becomes a member of of the Dental Technicians Guild, social media, and the DTG Symposium! Dental Technicians Guild Website (https://www.dentaltechniciansguild.com/) DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah (https://dtgevents.com/) DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/DamagedGoodsUnite/) Special Guest: Von Grow, DTG. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Dental Technicians Guild, technician, podcast, voices from the bench We end our 3 part interview with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio as he talks about how a technician becomes a member of of the Dental Technicians Guild, social media, and the DTG Symposium!

Dental Technicians Guild Website
DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah
DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page

Special Guest: Von Grow, DTG.

]]> We end our 3 part interview with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio as he talks about how a technician becomes a member of of the Dental Technicians Guild, social media, and the DTG Symposium!

Dental Technicians Guild Website
DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah
DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page

Special Guest: Von Grow, DTG.

]]> Episode 19: Lead With Passion and Everything Else Will Follow: Interview with Von Grow Part 2 (VFTB19) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/19 39143a09-9d46-4bfe-8510-3afc130d83f4 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 19 Lead With Passion and Everything Else Will Follow: Interview with Von Grow Part 2 (VFTB19) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We are back with Part 2 of the interview with Von Grow. Last week we learned how Von got into the industry, and now it's time to hear how the Dental Technicians Guild got started and a little bit about how one becomes a member. 29:07 no Join us again as Elvis and Barb continue their conversation with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio. This technician took to Facebook and Chicago Lab Day to figure out how to create the group that became the Dental Technicians Guild. Dental Technicians Guild Website (https://www.dentaltechniciansguild.com/) DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah (https://dtgevents.com/) DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/DamagedGoodsUnite/) Special Guest: Von Grow, DTG. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, Dental Technicians Guild, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Join us again as Elvis and Barb continue their conversation with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio. This technician took to Facebook and Chicago Lab Day to figure out how to create the group that became the Dental Technicians Guild.

Dental Technicians Guild Website
DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah
DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page

Special Guest: Von Grow, DTG.

]]> Join us again as Elvis and Barb continue their conversation with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio. This technician took to Facebook and Chicago Lab Day to figure out how to create the group that became the Dental Technicians Guild.

Dental Technicians Guild Website
DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah
DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page

Special Guest: Von Grow, DTG.

]]> Episode 17: Setting Up a Good Bond with Removable Technicians - Part 2 Roundtable (VFTB17) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/17 e7593c9f-1379-4ab9-ae83-a1453cb694ba Mon, 23 Jul 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 17 Setting Up a Good Bond with Removable Technicians - Part 2 Roundtable (VFTB17) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We are back with the Removable Roundtable. Thomas, Brian, and Richard talk about how they did marketing when they started, why there is a lack of new removable technicians, and so much more! 33:05 no Barb is on a much needed vacation this week so Elvis welcomes back Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer to the Roundtable to discuss more of their view of the industry. They talk about marketing, who the next Removable Technician will be, and the ever delicate doctor/technician relationship. CLICK UP TOP TO ORDER A VOICES FROM THE BENCH T-SHIRT!!! Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS. dental, dental laboratory, dentist, digital dentures, removable, technician, podcast, voices from the bench Barb is on a much needed vacation this week so Elvis welcomes back Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer to the Roundtable to discuss more of their view of the industry. They talk about marketing, who the next Removable Technician will be, and the ever delicate doctor/technician relationship.

CLICK UP TOP TO ORDER A VOICES FROM THE BENCH T-SHIRT!!!

Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS.

]]> Barb is on a much needed vacation this week so Elvis welcomes back Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer to the Roundtable to discuss more of their view of the industry. They talk about marketing, who the next Removable Technician will be, and the ever delicate doctor/technician relationship.

CLICK UP TOP TO ORDER A VOICES FROM THE BENCH T-SHIRT!!!

Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS.

]]> Episode 16: Setting Up a Good Bond with Removable Technicians - Part 1 Roundtable (VFTB16) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/16 c945815e-e90a-4647-aaed-1f27df0b74f9 Mon, 16 Jul 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 16 Setting Up a Good Bond with Removable Technicians - Part 1 Roundtable (VFTB16) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Three gentlemen from "Full Service" Removable Labs join the Roundtable to discuss how they got into the industry and where they see the whole digital denture "un-revolution" going. 31:56 no Three removable lab owners sit down with Elvis on this week’s Roundtable to discuss how they got into the profession and their take on digital dentures. Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer all run successful laboratories. From different backgrounds and different parts of the country, their view of the industry is both fascinating and unique to laboratories that only deal in the removable world. Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS. Three removable lab owners sit down with Elvis on this week’s Roundtable to discuss how they got into the profession and their take on digital dentures.

Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer all run successful laboratories. From different backgrounds and different parts of the country, their view of the industry is both fascinating and unique to laboratories that only deal in the removable world.

Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS.

]]> Three removable lab owners sit down with Elvis on this week’s Roundtable to discuss how they got into the profession and their take on digital dentures.

Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer all run successful laboratories. From different backgrounds and different parts of the country, their view of the industry is both fascinating and unique to laboratories that only deal in the removable world.

Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS.

]]> Episode 15: It's Okay To Get Attached: Interview with Chris Bormes from PREAT - Part 2 (VFTB15) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/15 a07ba4b7-a312-4881-ae07-790a93fd36d7 Mon, 09 Jul 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 15 It's Okay To Get Attached: Interview with Chris Bormes from PREAT - Part 2 (VFTB15) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We continue this fascinating interview with Chris Bormes, President and CEO of PREAT. Chris talks about the importance of giving back to the industry, his unique view of dental laboratories, and how PREAT continues to grow in a ever changing industry. 25:31 no PART 2 of the great Chris Bormes. Elvis and Barb continue talking with the President and CEO of PREAT about his experiences "on the road" talking with all the different laboratories and why giving back to the industry is so important. PREAT (https://www.preat.com/) Support Barbara Wodjan in the Race for the Future 5.0 (https://paytrace.com/cart/donate.pay) Join us next month and cheer everyone on! Chicago Triathlon - August 25-26, 2018 (http://www.chicagotriathlon.com/) Special Guest: Chris Bormes. PART 2 of the great Chris Bormes. Elvis and Barb continue talking with the President and CEO of PREAT about his experiences "on the road" talking with all the different laboratories and why giving back to the industry is so important.

PREAT

Support Barbara Wodjan in the Race for the Future 5.0

Join us next month and cheer everyone on! Chicago Triathlon - August 25-26, 2018

Special Guest: Chris Bormes.

]]> PART 2 of the great Chris Bormes. Elvis and Barb continue talking with the President and CEO of PREAT about his experiences "on the road" talking with all the different laboratories and why giving back to the industry is so important.

PREAT

Support Barbara Wodjan in the Race for the Future 5.0

Join us next month and cheer everyone on! Chicago Triathlon - August 25-26, 2018

Special Guest: Chris Bormes.

]]> Episode 14: It's Okay To Get Attached: Interview with Chris Bormes from PREAT - Part 1 (VFTB14) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/14 75f6026c-9e9d-406e-b618-14e986ec28ca Mon, 02 Jul 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 14 It's Okay To Get Attached: Interview with Chris Bormes from PREAT - Part 1 (VFTB14) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner When it comes to precision attachments, there is no one more knowledgeable then the President & CEO of PREAT, Chris Bormes. In Part 1 Chris talks about how he got into the business, the early days, and why he does what he does. 26:42 no Joining Elvis and Barb is Chris Bormes, President and CEO of PREAT Corporation. Chris spends many weeks on the road presenting and speaking to dental laboratory technicians. His unique look at our industry is both informative and fascinating. Preat corporation is a staple in our industry. Not only providing excellent service but a continued supporter of our industry's future through donations and education. PREAT (https://www.preat.com/) JDT: Journal of Dental Technology Magazine (https://nadl.org/journal-dental-technology/) "The War For Talent" Article in the June/July issue (https://nadl.org/userfiles/files/Feature%20from%20JDT_7_18_Final-PROOF.pdf) The Dental Hack Daily Interview with Elvis and Barb (http://dentalhacks.com/podcasts/elvis-dahl-cdt-and-barb-wojdan-cdt-from-the-voices-from-the-bench-podcast-dhd18) Special Guest: Chris Bormes. Joining Elvis and Barb is Chris Bormes, President and CEO of PREAT Corporation. Chris spends many weeks on the road presenting and speaking to dental laboratory technicians. His unique look at our industry is both informative and fascinating.

Preat corporation is a staple in our industry. Not only providing excellent service but a continued supporter of our industry's future through donations and education.

PREAT

JDT: Journal of Dental Technology Magazine
"The War For Talent" Article in the June/July issue

The Dental Hack Daily Interview with Elvis and Barb

Special Guest: Chris Bormes.

]]> Joining Elvis and Barb is Chris Bormes, President and CEO of PREAT Corporation. Chris spends many weeks on the road presenting and speaking to dental laboratory technicians. His unique look at our industry is both informative and fascinating.

Preat corporation is a staple in our industry. Not only providing excellent service but a continued supporter of our industry's future through donations and education.

PREAT

JDT: Journal of Dental Technology Magazine
"The War For Talent" Article in the June/July issue

The Dental Hack Daily Interview with Elvis and Barb

Special Guest: Chris Bormes.

]]> Episode 13: Diversity In Advertising: Getting New Clients - Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB13) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/13 6d68e7c6-c521-4810-a6a1-9eecf6ff5eb5 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 13 Diversity In Advertising: Getting New Clients - Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB13) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We continue with last week's Roundtable about Advertising and Getting new clients. This half talks more about Facebook, the importance of participating in study clubs, and attending dentist conventions. 29:30 no Part 2 of the Advertising and Getting New Clients Roundtable. This group has so much knowledge and experience to share that we couldn't contain it in only one episode. They say the best way to advertise is to put your name and talent out there in as many ways as possible. Listen to find out what works and doesn’t work. Joining us again are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) in New York Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental (http://killiandental.com/) in California Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT. Part 2 of the Advertising and Getting New Clients Roundtable. This group has so much knowledge and experience to share that we couldn't contain it in only one episode. They say the best way to advertise is to put your name and talent out there in as many ways as possible. Listen to find out what works and doesn’t work.

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> Part 2 of the Advertising and Getting New Clients Roundtable. This group has so much knowledge and experience to share that we couldn't contain it in only one episode. They say the best way to advertise is to put your name and talent out there in as many ways as possible. Listen to find out what works and doesn’t work.

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> Episode 12: Diversity In Advertising: Getting New Clients - Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB12) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/12 9bf9dda6-00f5-4407-b556-c936af5f1ef2 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 12 Diversity In Advertising: Getting New Clients - Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB12) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Back to the Roundtable! Some of the members from the original Roundtable join Elvis and Barb to discuss some of the great and terrible was to advertise your lab and get new clients. 28:23 no Voices From the Bench love Roundtable discussions! From East coast to West coast. From a smaller lab to a larger lab. Advertising is an ongoing venture every business needs to do. So what works for labs? Joining us again are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) in New York Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental (http://killiandental.com/) in California Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT. Voices From the Bench love Roundtable discussions! From East coast to West coast. From a smaller lab to a larger lab. Advertising is an ongoing venture every business needs to do. So what works for labs?

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> Voices From the Bench love Roundtable discussions! From East coast to West coast. From a smaller lab to a larger lab. Advertising is an ongoing venture every business needs to do. So what works for labs?

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> Episode 10: The Heart of Ohio - Lonni Thompson's interview about state regulations for dental laboratories (VFTB10) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/10 f226119f-0d39-48c8-a24c-1044783bd92b Mon, 04 Jun 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 10 The Heart of Ohio - Lonni Thompson's interview about state regulations for dental laboratories (VFTB10) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis talks with Lonni Thompson, The president of the Ohio Dental Laboratory Association (ODLA) to discuss how she got into the business, having a 6 person lab since 1979, and fighting for dental lab regulation in Ohio. 32:12 no A landmark episode for Voices From the Bench! Number 10! We are excited to have Lonni Thompson on to celebrate with us. Lonni is a passionate and dedicated CDT who has not only done a lot for our industry nationally, she now takes Ohio on a quest to get regulated and have labs held accountable for the work they do. Great stuff! *Correction: Lonni mentions that the clock ran out for Oregon but it was Washington State* Ohio Dental Laboratory Association (ODLA) (http://www.theodla.org/) Learn more about state regulations at What's In Your Mouth? (https://dentallabs.org/state-regulation/) The states that are regulated: Florida Illinois Kentucky Minnisota Montana North Carolina Oklahoma Pennsvinia South Carolina Texas Virgina News article about the lab mentioned in the interveiw (https://www.motherjones.com/environment/2013/11/unregulated-dental-labs/) Special Guest: Lonni J. Thompson, CDT. A landmark episode for Voices From the Bench! Number 10! We are excited to have Lonni Thompson on to celebrate with us. Lonni is a passionate and dedicated CDT who has not only done a lot for our industry nationally, she now takes Ohio on a quest to get regulated and have labs held accountable for the work they do. Great stuff!

*Correction: Lonni mentions that the clock ran out for Oregon but it was Washington State*

Ohio Dental Laboratory Association (ODLA)
Learn more about state regulations at What's In Your Mouth?

The states that are regulated:
Florida
Illinois
Kentucky
Minnisota
Montana
North Carolina
Oklahoma
Pennsvinia
South Carolina
Texas
Virgina

News article about the lab mentioned in the interveiw

Special Guest: Lonni J. Thompson, CDT.

]]> A landmark episode for Voices From the Bench! Number 10! We are excited to have Lonni Thompson on to celebrate with us. Lonni is a passionate and dedicated CDT who has not only done a lot for our industry nationally, she now takes Ohio on a quest to get regulated and have labs held accountable for the work they do. Great stuff!

*Correction: Lonni mentions that the clock ran out for Oregon but it was Washington State*

Ohio Dental Laboratory Association (ODLA)
Learn more about state regulations at What's In Your Mouth?

The states that are regulated:
Florida
Illinois
Kentucky
Minnisota
Montana
North Carolina
Oklahoma
Pennsvinia
South Carolina
Texas
Virgina

News article about the lab mentioned in the interveiw

Special Guest: Lonni J. Thompson, CDT.

]]> Episode 9: Size Doesn't Matter, It's All In The Delivery - Labs with Less Than 5 Employees Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB9) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/9 43ddf8b7-7794-443e-9cc5-ba9ffe285d55 Mon, 28 May 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 9 Size Doesn't Matter, It's All In The Delivery - Labs with Less Than 5 Employees Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB9) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Do you ever dream of being your own boss? Not to deal with the stress of working with others? Join us for part 2 of this fantastic Roundtable where we continue the conversation with 4 individuals who put a new meaning in "Good things come in small(er) packages". 32:27 no Our last single digit episode brings us part 2 of last weeks Roundtable, Lab owners with 5 or less employees. We get into more about how they compete against bigger labs, getting new clients, and they debunk known rumors about smaller labs. Massoudah Faiz (http://www.faizdentalstudio.com/) Heather Voss, CTD (https://legacyda.com/) Rob Greenson (https://www.facebook.com/NMDENTAL/) Beau Murphy, Dtg (http://fifthelementdentaldesign.com/) Show References: DTG = Dental Technicians Guild (http://www.dentaltechniciansguild.com/) Special Guests: Beau Murphy DTG, Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Massoudah Faiz, and Rob Greeson. Our last single digit episode brings us part 2 of last weeks Roundtable, Lab owners with 5 or less employees. We get into more about how they compete against bigger labs, getting new clients, and they debunk known rumors about smaller labs.

Massoudah Faiz
Heather Voss, CTD
Rob Greenson
Beau Murphy, Dtg

Show References:
DTG = Dental Technicians Guild

Special Guests: Beau Murphy DTG, Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Massoudah Faiz, and Rob Greeson.

]]> Our last single digit episode brings us part 2 of last weeks Roundtable, Lab owners with 5 or less employees. We get into more about how they compete against bigger labs, getting new clients, and they debunk known rumors about smaller labs.

Massoudah Faiz
Heather Voss, CTD
Rob Greenson
Beau Murphy, Dtg

Show References:
DTG = Dental Technicians Guild

Special Guests: Beau Murphy DTG, Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Massoudah Faiz, and Rob Greeson.

]]> Episode 8: Size Doesn't Matter, It's All In The Delivery - Labs with Less Than 5 Employees Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB8) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/8 53c3bd6f-72d5-446a-b65f-95cf1cca162d Mon, 21 May 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 8 Size Doesn't Matter, It's All In The Delivery - Labs with Less Than 5 Employees Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB8) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner It takes a lot to run a dental lab, especially if you are by yourself. Joining us on this Roundtable are 4 individuals who have proven that this industry still has a need for quality over quantity. 30:52 no With Barb out at the AACD meeting, Elvis sits down with some very talented technicians that have taken their art and turned it into their own success story. But it's not always easy. Joining us at this week's Roundtable are: Massoudah Faiz (http://www.faizdentalstudio.com/) Heather Voss, CTD (https://legacyda.com/) Rob Greenson (https://www.facebook.com/NMDENTAL/) Beau Murphy, Dtg (http://fifthelementdentaldesign.com/) I apologize for some of the audio issues. But the content makes up for it! Motorcycle Raffle!!! (http://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/ticket/) Special Guests: Beau Murphy DTG, Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Massoudah Faiz, and Rob Greeson. With Barb out at the AACD meeting, Elvis sits down with some very talented technicians that have taken their art and turned it into their own success story. But it's not always easy.

Joining us at this week's Roundtable are:

Massoudah Faiz
Heather Voss, CTD
Rob Greenson
Beau Murphy, Dtg

I apologize for some of the audio issues. But the content makes up for it!

Motorcycle Raffle!!!

Special Guests: Beau Murphy DTG, Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Massoudah Faiz, and Rob Greeson.

]]> With Barb out at the AACD meeting, Elvis sits down with some very talented technicians that have taken their art and turned it into their own success story. But it's not always easy.

Joining us at this week's Roundtable are:

Massoudah Faiz
Heather Voss, CTD
Rob Greenson
Beau Murphy, Dtg

I apologize for some of the audio issues. But the content makes up for it!

Motorcycle Raffle!!!

Special Guests: Beau Murphy DTG, Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Massoudah Faiz, and Rob Greeson.

]]> Episode 7: The Greatest Spectacle in the Dental Laboratory Industry - Judy Fishman Talks Lab Day! Part 2 (VFTB7) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/7 61f08389-f039-4eee-8c8d-f43dcfec4506 Mon, 14 May 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 7 The Greatest Spectacle in the Dental Laboratory Industry - Judy Fishman Talks Lab Day! Part 2 (VFTB7) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis and Barb continue their conversation with CEO and Publisher of LMT magazine, Judy Fishman, as she talks about one of the GREATEST events in our industry. LAB DAY! Judy also gives her view on the state and future of our industry. 22:27 no With just a week away from Lab Day West, Part 2 of our conversation with Judy Fishman continues. She shares how Lab Day started and why it has grown in to the premier event in our industry. With her unique view of the dental laboratory industry, Judy also gives Elvis and Barb her thoughts on the future. Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984. LMT Magazine (https://lmtmag.com/) LMT Lab Day (https://lmtmag.com/labday) Special Guest: Judy Fishman. With just a week away from Lab Day West, Part 2 of our conversation with Judy Fishman continues. She shares how Lab Day started and why it has grown in to the premier event in our industry.

With her unique view of the dental laboratory industry, Judy also gives Elvis and Barb her thoughts on the future.

Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984.

LMT Magazine
LMT Lab Day

Special Guest: Judy Fishman.

]]> With just a week away from Lab Day West, Part 2 of our conversation with Judy Fishman continues. She shares how Lab Day started and why it has grown in to the premier event in our industry.

With her unique view of the dental laboratory industry, Judy also gives Elvis and Barb her thoughts on the future.

Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984.

LMT Magazine
LMT Lab Day

Special Guest: Judy Fishman.

]]> Episode 6: A Big Magazine With an Even Bigger Story - an Interview with Judy Fishman - CEO and Publisher of LMT magazine Part 1 (VFTB6) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/6 dc1b4b57-7bcc-4bbf-b49f-42008f7d23e6 Mon, 07 May 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 6 A Big Magazine With an Even Bigger Story - an Interview with Judy Fishman - CEO and Publisher of LMT magazine Part 1 (VFTB6) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner From scary moments to epic events, Judy Fishman, CEO and publisher of Lab Managment Today (LMT), talks about starting the biggest magazine dedicated to the dental laboratory industry 27:56 no In this week's episode Judy Fishman, the brains and heart behind LMT (Lab Management Today) magazine tells Elvis and Barb the history of making our industry's biggest and most popular publication. Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984. LMT Magazine (https://lmtmag.com/) Special Guest: Judy Fishman. In this week's episode Judy Fishman, the brains and heart behind LMT (Lab Management Today) magazine tells Elvis and Barb the history of making our industry's biggest and most popular publication.

Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984.

LMT Magazine

Special Guest: Judy Fishman.

]]> In this week's episode Judy Fishman, the brains and heart behind LMT (Lab Management Today) magazine tells Elvis and Barb the history of making our industry's biggest and most popular publication.

Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984.

LMT Magazine

Special Guest: Judy Fishman.

]]> Episode 5: CDT = Connecting Dental Technicians- A Conversation with Denise Burris, CDT the 2018 Chairperson of the NBC (VFTB5) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/5 7f2660e2-32e7-4b60-823a-ef1d53d6e947 Mon, 30 Apr 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 5 CDT = Connecting Dental Technicians- A Conversation with Denise Burris, CDT the 2018 Chairperson of the NBC (VFTB5) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A wonderful conversation with Denise Burris, CDT talking about her passion for the dental laboratory industry and an update from the chairperson herself of the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology 24:48 no Elvis and Barb welcome Denise Burris, CDT to the podcast! Denise is the 2018 Chairperson of the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. She is also a passionate technician that started her own lab in Atlanta, Georgia. In this week's episode we talk about why Denise became and maintains her CDT status and exciting updates to the CDT and CDL program. National Board for Certification (NBC) in Dental Laboratory Technology (https://nbccert.org/homepage.cfm) Certified Dental Laboratories (CDLs) (https://nbccert.org/certificants/certified-dental-laboratory/) Special Guest: Denise Burris, CDT. Elvis and Barb welcome Denise Burris, CDT to the podcast!

Denise is the 2018 Chairperson of the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. She is also a passionate technician that started her own lab in Atlanta, Georgia.

In this week's episode we talk about why Denise became and maintains her CDT status and exciting updates to the CDT and CDL program.

National Board for Certification (NBC) in Dental Laboratory Technology

Certified Dental Laboratories (CDLs)

Special Guest: Denise Burris, CDT.

]]> Elvis and Barb welcome Denise Burris, CDT to the podcast!

Denise is the 2018 Chairperson of the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. She is also a passionate technician that started her own lab in Atlanta, Georgia.

In this week's episode we talk about why Denise became and maintains her CDT status and exciting updates to the CDT and CDL program.

National Board for Certification (NBC) in Dental Laboratory Technology

Certified Dental Laboratories (CDLs)

Special Guest: Denise Burris, CDT.

]]> Episode 4: Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB4) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/4 e7136dd3-96c0-48db-87c9-e4338a687521 Mon, 23 Apr 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 4 Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB4) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A gathering of some of the industry's best to discuss hiring and training. This episode also touches on the many benefits one can get from become a CDT 27:02 no The continued Roundtable that dives deep into the topics of training new employees and rewarding employees become CDTs! Joining us again are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio (http://www.treasuredentalstudio.com/) in Utah Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) in New York Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental (http://killiandental.com/) in California And of course Barbara and Elvis. Show related links: The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology (http://dentallabfoundation.org/) FDLT: Online Learning (http://fdlt.peachnewmedia.com/store/provider/custompage.php?pageid=4) Your Pathway to becoming a CDT (https://nbccert.org/pdfs/Career%20Path%20to%20CDT-2017.pdf) Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT. The continued Roundtable that dives deep into the topics of training new employees and rewarding employees become CDTs!

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

Show related links:

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology
FDLT: Online Learning

Your Pathway to becoming a CDT

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> The continued Roundtable that dives deep into the topics of training new employees and rewarding employees become CDTs!

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

Show related links:

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology
FDLT: Online Learning

Your Pathway to becoming a CDT

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> Episode 3: Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB3) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/3 cdd0013e-8d02-4f00-86a5-9061f2b6ba3f Mon, 16 Apr 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 3 Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB3) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A gathering of some of the industry's best to discuss hiring and training. Great for people looking to hire and great for people looking to get hired or get promoted. 28:27 no The first Roundtable episode. Gathered together to discuss the ongoing issues of hiring and training are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio (http://www.treasuredentalstudio.com/) in Utah Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) in New York Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental (http://killiandental.com/) in California And of course Barbara and Elvis. A lot of great content so we get right to it! Show related links: Indeed (https://www.indeed.com/) Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT. The first Roundtable episode.

Gathered together to discuss the ongoing issues of hiring and training are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

A lot of great content so we get right to it!

Show related links:
Indeed

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> The first Roundtable episode.

Gathered together to discuss the ongoing issues of hiring and training are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

A lot of great content so we get right to it!

Show related links:
Indeed

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

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